Job summary
The successful applicant will work as part of a team of Consultant Medical Microbiologists and a trainee HSST providing clinical medical microbiology, antimicrobial management and infection prevention and control services for the Trust, surrounding GPs and wider service users.
This is a full time (10 PA) and is an excellent opportunity for somebody wanting to pursue the CESR pathway.
CESR support can be offered to applicants wanting to pursue this pathway to GMC-specialist registration.
The post holder will bring clinical expertise, direction to the Microbiology Department and will contribute to the expansion and development of practice, the implementation of Clinical Governance, and the delivery of improved outcomes. The post holder will provide consultant and specialist advice to clinical and scientific staff within the Trust, Primary Care, the North West Region and Nationally.
The post holder will work closely with the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Collaboration network which has been set up by the 4 regional trusts (Blackpool, Central Lancashire, Morecambe Bay and East Lancashire), aiming to provide a single Pathology service for the region.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities are shared, each Consultant Microbiologist takes the lead for a clinical area such as Critical Care, Acute Medical Unit, Haematology/Oncology, Lancashire Cardiac Centre, Gastroenterology, Diabetic Foot Clinic, Respiratory, Antenatal etc. and is responsible for ward rounds, MDTs, antimicrobial stewardship, infection control issues, policy/procedure development in the allocated area.
The current team of Microbiologists delivers the clinical consultation services (including HCAI/antibiotic ward rounds) through dedicated ward rounds, multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings, infection consultation clinics (by rota), etc. Infection consultation clinics are via the Nerve Centre/electronic referrals (E-referrals).
Furthermore, the team will make all possible effort to ensure that the locally agreed standard turnaround times for specimens continue to be met. The team will also endeavour to support their clinical colleagues to gain full accreditation in those services in which the pathologists play a role.
Appraisal, Mandatory Training, and MDT attendance and cover are expected.
About us
Blackpool Victoria Hospital is a busy hospital, serving a local population of 440,000 residents within Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire. With the inclusion of our Tertiary Haematology and Cardiac Services we support a population of around 1.6 million. The Trust employs over 6500 staff within its hospital and community arms with a turnover of around £370M. We have worked closely with our local commissioners to set up the Vanguard Extensive Care Service, supporting the highest risk patients to remain within a community setting.
Blackpool is a town on the North West coast of England well served by road, with Junction 4 of the M55 being a couple of miles from the hospital. There are new direct rail services to London from Blackpool North station or alternatively frequent connections from Preston, a major station on the West Coast Main Line. There are direct rail connections to Manchester Airport, which has direct flights to North America and Asia.
For colleagues with children we also have an on-site crche and there are a number of private schools in the area. High quality housing is available locally and there is also extensive rental accommodation. Opportunities for recreation are varied, from watching Rugby at Fylde or Football at Blackpool, to participating in sport at any of the local facilities. The beauty of the Lake District is within an hour's drive and again is also accessible by train and or bus.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a whole-time contract includes a total of
7.5 DCC - Clinical activity, rotating OPAT cover including 2.5 sessions
1.0 DCC - Fixed on call activity whilst rota is a 1:4
1.5 SPA - Covering CPD, mandatory training, audit all appraisal and revalidation activity and routine management meetings/MDT
Out-of-hours on-call commitment (1:4) attracting a band A supplement.
Direct clinical care This is an indicative and not an exhaustive list.
Ward rounds, multi-disciplinary meetings/rounds
Clinical advice, by telephone or by correspondence
Service development, including policy/protocol development/review
Other patient treatment including routine infection prevention and control
Public health duties, including routine and enhanced surveillance
Direct care meetings: infection control, clinical handover meetings, etc.
Administration directly relating to above.
Antimicrobial stewardship day to day
Lead for antimicrobial stewardship (delete or add by review)
Supporting professional activities
Training
Medical education these are not core SPA
CPD
Audit
Job planning
Appraisal
Clinical management
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a whole-time contract includes a total of
7.5 DCC - Clinical activity, rotating OPAT cover including 2.5 sessions
1.0 DCC - Fixed on call activity whilst rota is a 1:4
1.5 SPA - Covering CPD, mandatory training, audit all appraisal and revalidation activity and routine management meetings/MDT
Out-of-hours on-call commitment (1:4) attracting a band A supplement.
Direct clinical care This is an indicative and not an exhaustive list.
Ward rounds, multi-disciplinary meetings/rounds
Clinical advice, by telephone or by correspondence
Service development, including policy/protocol development/review
Other patient treatment including routine infection prevention and control
Public health duties, including routine and enhanced surveillance
Direct care meetings: infection control, clinical handover meetings, etc.
Administration directly relating to above.
Antimicrobial stewardship day to day
Lead for antimicrobial stewardship (delete or add by review)
Supporting professional activities
Training
Medical education these are not core SPA
CPD
Audit
Job planning
Appraisal
Clinical management
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient postgraduate clinical experience within a department of Infectious disease/Microbiology.
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate clinical experience Satisfactory evidence of Experience in Microbiology / Infectious Diseases
- Appropriate level of applied clinical knowledge Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of Infection Prevention and Control knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of Work within the NHS within a department of Infection prevention.
- Breadth of experience outside specialty
- In-depth experience in Infection Prevention and Control
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
- Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all grades of staff
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit and the role of research
- Demonstrate interest in the specialty
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
- Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient postgraduate clinical experience within a department of Infectious disease/Microbiology.
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate clinical experience Satisfactory evidence of Experience in Microbiology / Infectious Diseases
- Appropriate level of applied clinical knowledge Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of Infection Prevention and Control knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of Work within the NHS within a department of Infection prevention.
- Breadth of experience outside specialty
- In-depth experience in Infection Prevention and Control
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
- Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all grades of staff
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit and the role of research
- Demonstrate interest in the specialty
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
- Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback
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).
