Locum Consultant in Microbiology

NHS; United States; Remote; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Locum Consultant Medical Microbiologist at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. The post offers flexible working patterns, involvement in a robust clinical microbiology team, and a focus on the highest standards of patient care in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Access to modern laboratories

Qualifications

• UK trained with Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent.
• Evidence of working in the UK Infectious Disease unit.
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical microbiology services.
• Join a forward-thinking team with organized clinical duties.
• Participate in ward rounds and MDTs regularly.

Skills

Microbiology

Infectious Diseases

Clinical Skills

Education

FRCPath

Mb ChB / MBBS

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Locum Consultant Medical Microbiologist to join North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS). The appointees will be part of a team of four Consultant Microbiologists and three Infectious Disease Consultants at Royal Stoke University Hospital (University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust) and a Consultant Microbiologists based at Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust who collectively provide a comprehensive clinical Microbiology / ID service to the Trusts served by the NMCPS.

The post is a full time (up to 11.5 PA), 12-month fixed term posts based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH) site. Whilst the post is offered on a full-time basis the Trust would welcome discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support a different work life balance.

Main duties of the job

You will be working in a forward-thinking team of microbiologists. The clinical microbiology duties are well organised and there are several ward rounds/ MDTs each week. Both Trusts has robust IP and AMS teams in which microbiologists/ ID physicians actively involved. Clinical microbiology is supported by a well-equipped modern automated laboratory and highly skilled technical team.

About us

Our mission is to provide the very best health care includes recruiting the best people and our goal is to be a world-class centre, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.

University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.

Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.

Details Date posted

02 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

205-

Job locations

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

Job description Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Consultant Medical Microbiologist to join North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS). The appointees will be part of a team of four Consultant Microbiologists and three Infectious Disease Consultants at Royal Stoke University Hospital (University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust) and a Consultant Microbiologists based at Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust who collectively provide a comprehensive clinical Microbiology / ID service to the Trusts served by the NMCPS.

The post is a full time (up to 11.5 PA), 12-month fixed term posts based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH) site. Whilst the post is offered on a full-time basis the Trust would welcome discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support a different work life balance.

Job description Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Consultant Medical Microbiologist to join North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS). The appointees will be part of a team of four Consultant Microbiologists and three Infectious Disease Consultants at Royal Stoke University Hospital (University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust) and a Consultant Microbiologists based at Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust who collectively provide a comprehensive clinical Microbiology / ID service to the Trusts served by the NMCPS.

The post is a full time (up to 11.5 PA), 12-month fixed term posts based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH) site. Whilst the post is offered on a full-time basis the Trust would welcome discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support a different work life balance.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• Applicants that are non-UK trained; they will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• Applicants that are not on the specialist register are required to possess the FRCPath and be in a position to submit a CESR application within 3 months of appointment
• FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification.
• Mb ChB / MBBS or evidence of equivalent qualification.

Desirable

• Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Evidence of additional qualification relevant to Microbiology and Infection Control.
• MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification.
• Higher Medical Degree PhD/MD.

Experience Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in microbiology, microbiology & infectious diseases
• Vast experience in the diagnosis and treatment of infections
• Evidence of working in the UK infections disease unit

Desirable

• Experience in infection control or experience in clinical virology and molecular diagnostic microbiology

Achievements Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues.
• Knowledge of the principles involved in research.
• Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

Desirable

• Evidence of having undertaken original research
• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last five years

Management Experience Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
• General exposure to and understanding of managerial issues.
• Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility.
• Able to support the Clinical Director of Pathology
• Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and medical students, and other disciplines.

Desirable

• Management experience
• Experience of supervising trainee Microbiologists
• Training in medical education

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working Essential

• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• Applicants that are non-UK trained; they will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• Applicants that are not on the specialist register are required to possess the FRCPath and be in a position to submit a CESR application within 3 months of appointment
• FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification.
• Mb ChB / MBBS or evidence of equivalent qualification.

Desirable

• Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Evidence of additional qualification relevant to Microbiology and Infection Control.
• MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification.
• Higher Medical Degree PhD/MD.

Experience Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in microbiology, microbiology & infectious diseases
• Vast experience in the diagnosis and treatment of infections
• Evidence of working in the UK infections disease unit

Desirable

• Experience in infection control or experience in clinical virology and molecular diagnostic microbiology

Achievements Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues.
• Knowledge of the principles involved in research.
• Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

Desirable

• Evidence of having undertaken original research
• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last five years

Management Experience Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
• General exposure to and understanding of managerial issues.
• Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility.
• Able to support the Clinical Director of Pathology
• Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and medical students, and other disciplines.

Desirable

• Management experience
• Experience of supervising trainee Microbiologists
• Training in medical education

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working Essential

• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

Employer's website

https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

Employer's website

https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)