Locum Consultant in Medical Microbiology and Virology (2 PAs)

Great Ormond Street Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in London is seeking a Locum Consultant in Medical Microbiology and Virology. The position involves supervision of laboratory work, liaising with clinical teams, and participating in multidisciplinary meetings. Candidates must have extensive experience in the field, GMC registration, and a higher degree. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Medical Microbiology and Virology.
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes.
• Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of laboratory work and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Liaison with clinical teams for diagnosis and management.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings and clinical rounds.

Skills

High level written and oral communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritise own workload

Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice

FRCPath or equivalent

Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent

Formal teaching qualification

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Locum Consultant in Medical Microbiology and Virology (2 PAs), London

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Great Ormond Street Hospital

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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AND THE INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH

PAEDIATRIC LABORATORY MEDICINE

Directorate of Core Clinical Services

LOCUM CONSULTANT IN MICROBIOLOGY

Applications are invited for a 2 PA Locum Consultant in Microbiology post based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH).

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and dynamic team helping us deliver a high-quality diagnostic service in a unique and challenging Paediatric hospital setting. This is a locum post due to partial retirement of a colleague.

The Department of Medical Microbiology is a UKAS ISO 15189 accredited laboratory which provides a full range of high-quality routine and specialist microbiology and virology investigations and clinical advice service, as required for the accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of children with infection, together with a full infection control service for the prevention, investigation and control of health care associated infections in patients and staff. The Department is research active, and engaged in cutting edge translational research bringing novel investigations into routine laboratory service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the delivery of the comprehensive medical microbiology service at Great Ormond Street Hospital including:

· Supervision of laboratory work, directing of appropriate testing and interpretation of diagnostic tests

· Authorisation of laboratory results in both Bacteriology and Virology

· Liaison with clinical teams concerning all aspects of the diagnosis and management of patients including day to day infection control advice

· Attend multidisciplinary meetings as and when required

· Attend the joint Infectious Disease and Microbiology ward rounds on Monday (CICU only), Tuesday and Thursday afternoons (PICU, NICU and Neurosurgery plus CICU Thursdays), and Haematology/Oncology BMT ward rounds on Wednesdays during first on clinical service

· Facilitate the development and update of antibiotic policies and participate in antimicrobial stewardship programme

· Collaborate with Occupational Health in clinical advice on treatment and prevention of infections at work including liaising screening tests

· Facilitate investigation and prevention of communicable disease in hospital and the community in collaboration with local and national health protection agencies and Public Health England

Working for our organisation

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve , and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage , people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities . By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care .

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive . Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks ; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always one team
• Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
• FRCPath or equivalent
• CCT/CCST in Medical Microbiology and Virology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for Portfolio Pathway – previously known as CESR)
• Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
• Formal teaching qualification

Experience/Knowledge

• Extensive experience in Medical Microbiology and Virology
• Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
• Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
• Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
• Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
• Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
• Experience of clinical leadership or management

Skills/Abilities

• High level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.