Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a Specialist Grade Doctor in Infection Sciences [NHSE Specialist Pay scale - MC70] to join the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) Infection Sciences team. The post holder will be responsible along with medical microbiology / virology colleagues to providing services in infection sciences. NCA Infection Science laboratories are located at Salford and Oldham, this role will initially be based at The Royal Oldham Hospital.
You shall have a full registration and license to practice with the GMC, have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in infection sciences (medical microbiology / virology or other infection related specialties). Equivalent years' experience in a relevant speciality from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others within and outside the organisation. The candidate should have a track record for implementing change, coupled with a desire to improve and succeed in this role. In return, you will benefit from working in a high performing organisation where you will be able to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of the job is to provide a clinical infection service to the NCA, initially based at Oldham which will offer services to Bury, Rochdale and Oldham (BRO) sites. This includes clinical liaison work, infection control doctor duties, supporting diagnostic laboratory service, promotion of antimicrobial stewardship and OPAT services. The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge and expertise in Clinical Microbiology / Virology.
The appointee will, together with senior microbiologist / virologist colleagues, primarily be responsible for the provision of comprehensive, efficient, and cost effective clinical and diagnostic microbiology / virology services to the users of the Care Organisations of Bury, Rochdale and Oldham (BRO). An initial followed by annual review of duties will take place with the Clinical Director of Infection Sciences or Clinical Lead for microbiology / virology as part of the job planning process. During the initial job planning meeting, a detailed breakdown of direct clinical care and supporting activities will be agreed. The precise arrangements will depend on the needs of the service, the interests of the individual and agreement with colleagues. Flexibility is expected with some duties requiring cross-site working across the Northern Care Alliance.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Centre (GMC) at the time of appointment.
- Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB)
- The appointee will hold the FRCPath part 1 virology or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in an Infection related specialty. Equivalent years' experience in an Infection specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
- Shall meet the criteria set out in the "NHS Employers' specialist grade generic capabilities framework"
Desirable
- The appointee will hold the FRCPath part 2 in virology or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Publication of research articles demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments, particularly relating to infection control.
- A higher degree e.g. MD/PhD is desirable
- MRCP or evidence of equivalence
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of Virology and clinical expertise in Infection Control.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well within a team
- Organisational and leadership skills
- Clinical Governance and audit understanding
- Experience in Clinical Virology, Infectious Diseases or related disciplines
Desirable
- Experience in clinical supervision.
- Management training or qualification and/or evidence of leadership in the development of clinical services
- Experience in point of care testing such as drafting clinical policy or coordinating implementation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Centre (GMC) at the time of appointment.
- Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB)
- The appointee will hold the FRCPath part 1 virology or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in an Infection related specialty. Equivalent years' experience in an Infection specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
- Shall meet the criteria set out in the "NHS Employers' specialist grade generic capabilities framework"
Desirable
- The appointee will hold the FRCPath part 2 in virology or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Publication of research articles demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments, particularly relating to infection control.
- A higher degree e.g. MD/PhD is desirable
- MRCP or evidence of equivalence
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of Virology and clinical expertise in Infection Control.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well within a team
- Organisational and leadership skills
- Clinical Governance and audit understanding
- Experience in Clinical Virology, Infectious Diseases or related disciplines
Desirable
- Experience in clinical supervision.
- Management training or qualification and/or evidence of leadership in the development of clinical services
- Experience in point of care testing such as drafting clinical policy or coordinating implementation
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).