Job summary
Consultant Microbiologist/ Clinical Scientist (Microbiology)
Band 8D - 37.5 hours
Full time permanent
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Consultant Microbiologist/ Consultant Clinical Scientist to join the Department of Laboratory Medicine at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, on a permanent contract. Become a part of a great team committed to providing the highest quality service. The post will include scope to involved in the procurement of new equipment and the development of new services to benefit patients within the Tameside and Glossop locality.
Situated just eight miles east of vibrant Manchester, and serving a dynamic population of approximately 250,000, our hospital offers the perfect blend of accessibility to central Manchester and the breath-taking Peak District. Whether you crave peaceful countryside walks or the pulsating energy of a bustling city nightlife, Tameside ICFT puts it all within your easy reach.
Our modern laboratory is fully computerised, with electronic connecting with wards and local GPs for requesting and delivering results. . All of our microbiology analysis is currently provided by the Manchester Foundation Trust via a service level agreement. Analysis of IDPS and a range of other virology assays, are carried out in house using Beckman Coulter DxI 800 analysers.
Main duties of the job
- Telephone liaison and ward/department visits to discuss individual clinical cases and infection prevention and control issues within the hospital
2. To offer consultant clinical expertise and advice to hospital clinicians, general practitioners and external users of the Microbiology service.
3. The post holder will interpret highly complex clinical and pathological data and be responsible for the clinical authorisation of laboratory reports.
4. To be responsible for the creation, implementation and review of evidence based clinical guidelines in conjunction with other consultant colleagues and clinical users.
5. To participate in ward rounds and clinical discussion meetings as required, giving advice on selection, availability and interpretation of Microbiology results.
6. The appointee will be expected to provide laboratory liaison, expert microbiological and infection control advice and antimicrobial stewardship for patients, including clinical reviews as part of ward rounds.
7. To contribute to the strategic planning of the Department of Blood Sciences and the Directorate of Laboratory Medicine.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Safety
- Care
- Respect
- Communication
- Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Degree or assessed equivalent of knowledge and expertise.
- Master's Degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise in medical Microbiology.
- Fellow of Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) as required for Medical Consultant.
- Demonstration of Continuing Professional Development at agreed level of participation.
- Registration as a clinical scientist with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- To have a thorough knowledge of medical Microbiology including metabolic processes, physiology, pharmacology and drug interference.
- To have a sound basic knowledge in other areas of Pathology.
- To have an extensive knowledge of routine and specialised analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving.
- Able to perform risk assessments on a variety of laboratory situations.
- Fully conversant with COSHH regulations and their application to laboratories.
- Able to perform clinical risk assessments and resolve problems or investigate complaints relating to the service as part of Clinical Governance.
- Extensive knowledge of national professional and NHS guidelines relating to service provision and quality.
- Knowledge of resource allocations and procurement.
Experience
Essential
- To have completed a minimum of 2 years in post as a Registered Clinical Scientist of at a Principal level (8b)level or higher
Desirable
- To have attained status as a national or international expert or adviser.
- To have developed an expertise in one or more specialised analytical or clinical areas to a point of acting at an expert level within the Trust.
- To have attained a good record of achievement in research, development and audit activities, through presentations at national or international conferences and publication in peer reviewed journals.
Skills
Essential
- To have knowledge of managerial processes within the Trust and NHS.
- Good awareness of Trust Policies and procedures and how they relate to the staff and service of the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Degree or assessed equivalent of knowledge and expertise.
- Master's Degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise in medical Microbiology.
- Fellow of Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) as required for Medical Consultant.
- Demonstration of Continuing Professional Development at agreed level of participation.
- Registration as a clinical scientist with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- To have a thorough knowledge of medical Microbiology including metabolic processes, physiology, pharmacology and drug interference.
- To have a sound basic knowledge in other areas of Pathology.
- To have an extensive knowledge of routine and specialised analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving.
- Able to perform risk assessments on a variety of laboratory situations.
- Fully conversant with COSHH regulations and their application to laboratories.
- Able to perform clinical risk assessments and resolve problems or investigate complaints relating to the service as part of Clinical Governance.
- Extensive knowledge of national professional and NHS guidelines relating to service provision and quality.
- Knowledge of resource allocations and procurement.
Experience
Essential
- To have completed a minimum of 2 years in post as a Registered Clinical Scientist of at a Principal level (8b)level or higher
Desirable
- To have attained status as a national or international expert or adviser.
- To have developed an expertise in one or more specialised analytical or clinical areas to a point of acting at an expert level within the Trust.
- To have attained a good record of achievement in research, development and audit activities, through presentations at national or international conferences and publication in peer reviewed journals.
Skills
Essential
- To have knowledge of managerial processes within the Trust and NHS.
- Good awareness of Trust Policies and procedures and how they relate to the staff and service of the department.
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).
