Consultant Microbiologist - Scotland

Triple West Medical; Scotland; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruiting firm is seeking a Consultant Microbiologist in South West Scotland. The role includes leading diagnostic services, ensuring quality and safety in microbiological practices, and collaborating across various specialties. Ideal candidates will have full GMC registration and broad-based experience in microbiology. This position offers opportunities for personal development and innovation in a well-equipped laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Broad-based experience in diagnostic microbiology and infection control.
• Collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills.
• Infectious Diseases training is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise diagnostic services.
• Provide expert clinical and laboratory advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues in various specialties.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Commitment to quality and patient safety

Education

Full GMC registration

FRCPath or equivalent

Tools

MALDI-TOF

Vitek 2

BioFire

Job description

Overview

Triple West Medical has been appointed by an NHS Health Board in South West Scotland to help appoint a Consultant Microbiologist on a substantive basis. Are you ready for a fresh professional challenge, where your expertise in microbiology and infectious diseases can make a real, lasting difference? Our NHS Client is inviting applications for an inspired, forward-thinking Consultant Microbiologist to join the friendly, progressive team. Whether your passion lies in diagnostics, infection prevention, clinical liaison or teaching, they will offer you the space, resources, and support to shape your own future. In the heart of South West Scotland, they offer cutting-edge clinical practice in an environment that values people over bureaucracy, community over anonymity, and innovation over inertia. They have one of the most modern hospitals in the UK, designed with all single en-suite rooms — a feature that has dramatically improved infection control and patient recovery. The hospital is bright, spacious, and fully equipped with the latest diagnostic and laboratory technology. It\u2019s a place built for people who want to deliver great care efficiently and safely.

Role and Team

You\u2019ll join a dynamic, friendly team of Consultant Microbiologists who together provide a full diagnostic and infection prevention service across the region. This post replaces a retiring consultant and offers genuine scope for innovation and personal development. You\u2019ll contribute to diagnostic microbiology and virology, infection control, clinical liaison, and antimicrobial stewardship, alongside opportunities to develop special interests or joint work with Infectious Diseases. If you have dual accreditation or experience in Infectious Diseases, you\u2019ll have the option to participate in ward-based work and Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) clinics. The balance between clinical and supporting professional activities (SPA) will be tailored to your skills, interests, and lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise diagnostic services, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with UKAS accreditation.
• Provide expert clinical and laboratory advice to hospital and primary care teams, supporting optimal investigation and treatment of infection.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in specialties such as ICU, Haematology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, and Surgery, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to infection management.
• Contribute to infection prevention and control policies, antimicrobial stewardship, and outbreak management.
• Take a lead role or develop a specialist interest within the department 82 whether laboratory development, clinical liaison, infection control, or antimicrobial management.
• Participate in the 1:4 consultant on-call rota, which is fully supported by remote access, ensuring work-life balance even when on duty.

The Laboratory and Facilities

The Microbiology Department is exceptionally well-equipped and UKAS-accredited, currently transitioning to the ISO 15189:2022 standard. They provide a comprehensive bacteriology, serology, molecular diagnostics, and mycology service supported by advanced automation, including MALDI-TOF, BioFire, Cepheid PCR, Vitek 2, and Abbott Architect platforms. The team of skilled Biomedical Scientists, senior technical leads, and IT support staff work closely with consultants to deliver accurate, timely, and clinically relevant results. They use the Apex LIMS system and are fully integrated with Health Protection Scotland through ECOSS for reporting and Observa for epidemiological analysis of antibiotic resistance.

What You'll Need

• Full GMC registration and inclusion on the Specialist Register in Medical Microbiology (or within six months of CCT).
• FRCPath or equivalent, with broad-based experience in diagnostic microbiology and infection control.
• A collaborative spirit, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships across specialties and services.
• A commitment to quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement.
• Infectious Diseases training is an added advantage — but it\u2019s not essential.

If interested, please apply below or contact us on 02077473035