Consultant Microbiologist

Kettering General Hospital are currently recruiting for a Consultant Microbiologist for a full time position (1 WTE) (10 PA).
As a Consultant Microbiologist you will join a team of 3 Consultant Microbiologists. The post holder will join the existing team in providing a comprehensive Clinical and Diagnostic Microbiology, Virology and Infection Control Service.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated and committed individual to contribute to the continued development of the Clinical Microbiology Service in KGH. We are looking for an enthusiastic, clinically orientated Microbiologist, who will work with the Head of Department, and the Infection control doctor (ICD) to continue building on achievements and lead the Service into the future. They will be, together with consultant colleagues, responsible for the provision of high quality comprehensive, efficient and cost-effective Microbiology and Infection Control Services to the Trust and other users of the Service.
Applicants are required to hold FRCPath or equivalent, be on the GMC Specialist Register (CCT in Microbiology or Microbiology and Infectious Diseases) or within 6 months of their expected date of receipt of a CCT at the time of interview. The post attracts 10 PAs and there is a 1 in 3 on-call commitment (1:3 per WTE)
Clinical scientists who have completed higher specialist scientific training will also be considered., Principal Elements of The Post:
+ To support and develop clinical and laboratory services relating to Clinical Microbiology, Virology and Infection Prevention and Control to suit laboratory working hours during weekdays
+ To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.
+ To lead on Clinical liaison and development of protocols with Clinical Haematology
+ Opportunity to be Clinical Lead for newly developed cardiology, paediatric multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
+ To deal with day-to-day issues of Infection Control (alert organism surveillance) and deal with Infection control issues including outbreaks whilst on call
+ To support the general Microbiology laboratory
+ To participate in audit and teaching
+ To share in 1 in 3 on call rota for Microbiology and Infection Control at KGH
+ To participate as required in Royal College of Pathologists CPD
+ To contribute to undergraduate education, and the training of postgraduate trainees within the Trust with regards to Clinical Microbiology
+ To contribute to the research output and administration needs of the department, A timetable of responsibilities will be subject to negotiation and mutual agreement with the successful applicant, in conjunction with Consultant Microbiologist colleague. The job plan will be reviewed at 3 months. These duties may be subject to review to reflect the changing needs of the service. If changes to the described duties are required these will be mutually agreed between the appointee, consultant colleague(s) and the Trust.
Microbiologists do not work to rigid programmes, but a suggested weekly job plan/timetable is outlined below: The laboratory related clinical microbiology includes daily antibiotics ward rounds supported by antimicrobial pharmacist, daily ICU ward rounds and weekly Haematology and Neonatal ward rounds. Post holder is expected to contribute to weekly Isolation ward MDT which is supported by Infection Control Team and Gastroenterologist.
Programmed activities
10 Programmed activities (PAs) in total
+ Direct Clinical Care (DCC) 6.5
+ Predictable & un-predictable on call 2.0
+ Supporting Clinical Activities (SPA) 1.5, Applications will be transferred to TRAC system, by completing an application your are giving authorisation for the transfer of your data.
Correspondence regarding your application will be sent to you via a TRAC system account.
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within at KGH.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
Appointments will be made on merit.
In submitting an application form, you authorise Kettering General Hospital (KGH) NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process. Including factual reference, occupational health clearance and statutory and mandatory training record.
If you need to have a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, as a requirement of the role, you will be required to repay the cost of obtaining a DBS check (£50) and this amount will be reclaimed from your first salary. From 1st February 2019 all new starters to the Trust are required to join the DBS update service as per Trust DBS Re-checking Policy which has an annual cost of £16. New employees who do not join the update service will be required to pay £50 for a new DBS check in 3 years time.
Please note that news starters with KGH are subject to a six month probationary period.
Please ensure that the information you provide on your application form is correct, accurate and that nothing has been omitted. Any information that is stated in your application form in relation to qualifications/training courses/work/education experience/references must be able to be evidenced. Failure to do so may result if your offer being withdrawn.
"Safeguarding is everyone's business. KGH considers Safeguarding a priority amongst its citizen's and a key value for all employed to the service."
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

KGH is affiliated Teaching Hospital to Leicester University and the post holder will be expected to participate in teaching programmes for Junior Doctors. The Microbiology Department has full UKAS accreditation. The laboratory provides a high-quality service, has a friendly team and is valued by local users; workload is approximately 290,000 specimens per annum, including Virology specimens.