Consultant - Microbiology/Infectious Diseases | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in England is seeking a motivated Consultant to join their expanding Infection team. This role involves providing high-quality infection services, engaging in clinical microbiology, and taking on leadership opportunities. Candidates should have experience in Clinical Microbiology and be close to obtaining a relevant CCT. The position offers professional development opportunities and flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Involvement in research and service development

Qualifications

• Experience in Clinical Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases.
• Hold (or be within 6 months of obtaining) a CCT in Medical Microbiology & Virology or Infectious Diseases.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality, cross-site infection service.
• Include clinical microbiology, infectious disease consultation, and antimicrobial stewardship.
• Leadership opportunities in Infection Control and Clinical Infection.

Skills

Experience in Clinical Microbiology

Experience in Infectious Diseases

Antimicrobial Stewardship

Education

CCT in Medical Microbiology & Virology or Infectious Diseases

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant to join the expanding Infection team at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a restructured and forward-looking service, supporting the delivery of high-quality, integrated infection care across our three hospital sites. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of Consultant Microbiologists and Infectious Diseases Specialists to provide a comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective infection and microbiology service.

Applicants should have experience in Clinical Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases. You must hold (or be within 6 months of obtaining) a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Medical Microbiology & Virology or Infectious Diseases & Medical Microbiology (or equivalent recognised qualifications).

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for infection management, antimicrobial stewardship, and collaborative working. Join us in shaping the future of infection services at one of the UK’s leading NHS trusts. Apply now to take the next step in your specialty career at Frimley Health.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will provide a high-quality, cross-site infection service at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, including clinical microbiology, infectious disease consultation, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection prevention and control.
• Core duties include laboratory oversight, authorising results, ward consultations, ICU rounds, MDT participation (e.g., diabetic foot, orthopaedics, haematology, TB), and public health liaison.
• Active engagement in the Hospital Infection Management Service (HIMS), supporting outpatient antimicrobial therapy and complex infection care.
• Leadership opportunities include Infection Control Doctor, Antimicrobial Stewardship Lead, Clinical Infection Lead, or Laboratory Liaison Lead.
• Supports training, audit, and quality improvement, with participation in research, education, and ongoing service development.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience in Clinical Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases.
• Hold (or be within 6 months of obtaining) a CCT in Medical Microbiology & Virology or Infectious Diseases & Medical Microbiology (or equivalent recognised qualifications).

Environment and Benefits

• Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability-confident employer and has been awarded Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.
• Provides development opportunities across professional, management and clinical skills, with flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for education, training, leadership, and involvement in audits, research, and service development.

How to Apply and Expiry

This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Sep 2025.