Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for a 10 PA, fixed term, 12 month Locum Consultant post in Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology at University Hospital Southampton to commence in August 2024.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest Trusts in England providing a wide range of regional and supra-regional specialist clinical services. In partnership with the University of Southampton the post offers opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and for research.
The integrated Department of Infection comprises services in Medical Microbiology, Medical Virology, inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases, Infection Prevention & Control, Antimicrobial Stewardship, OPAT and diagnostic laboratory services in Microbiology and Virology . UHS hosts the only inpatient ID service in the region and is the designated lead Trust for infection diagnostics for the regional pathology network - Southern Counties Pathology.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
Inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases (ID) activity
Clinical Microbiology including participating in the Consultant duty Microbiologist weekly rota and Antimicrobial Stewardship activity
Participation in the ID Clinical and Radiology MDTs
Participation in the Microbiology out of hours on-call rota (1 in 8)
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
MBBS or equivalent
MRCP or equivalent
FRCPath or equivalent
Full GMC registration
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 10 July 2024
Job Reference: MT1198 - This vacancy closes on or before: 27th June 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
Inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases (ID) activity
Clinical Microbiology including participating in the Consultant duty Microbiologist weekly rota and Antimicrobial Stewardship activity
Participation in the ID Clinical and Radiology MDTs
Participation in the Microbiology out of hours on-call rota (1 in 8)
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
MBBS or equivalent
MRCP or equivalent
FRCPath or equivalent
Full GMC registration
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 10 July 2024
Job Reference: MT1198 - This vacancy closes on or before: 27th June 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- FRCPath or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Prizes/Distinctions
- Significant publications in peer reviewed journals
- Within 6 months or CCT in Infectious Diseases & Medical Microbiology (dual CCT accreditation)
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Extensive and in-depth knowledge of working within the NHS
- Managing inpatients with suspected and confirmed Infectious diseases
- Providing Microbiology advice to Trust based clinical teams and health care staff in the community
- Microbiology results interpretation and authorisation and close working with Microbiology Laboratory staff
- Participation in audit and clinical governance activity
- Evidence of teaching skills
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical experience in a tertiary centre
- Evidence of service improvement
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Leadership Skills
- Organisation Skills
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Able to operate under pressure
Desirable
- Management skills
- Awareness of changing structure of NHS
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- FRCPath or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Prizes/Distinctions
- Significant publications in peer reviewed journals
- Within 6 months or CCT in Infectious Diseases & Medical Microbiology (dual CCT accreditation)
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Extensive and in-depth knowledge of working within the NHS
- Managing inpatients with suspected and confirmed Infectious diseases
- Providing Microbiology advice to Trust based clinical teams and health care staff in the community
- Microbiology results interpretation and authorisation and close working with Microbiology Laboratory staff
- Participation in audit and clinical governance activity
- Evidence of teaching skills
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical experience in a tertiary centre
- Evidence of service improvement
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Leadership Skills
- Organisation Skills
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Able to operate under pressure
Desirable
- Management skills
- Awareness of changing structure of NHS
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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.
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.
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).
