Job summary
We are looking to appoint anenthusiastic and driven candidateto the post of a Consultant in Infection tobe part of our Microbiology service.
This is a new post and the successful candidate will work with a team of 2 other consultants, 2 speciality doctors and 2 clinical scientists to provide a routine Clinical Microbiology service for Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) and Wirral primary care. Applications are invited from all candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria. This post is ideal for both established Microbiologists or newly qualified Infectious diseases /Medical Microbiology doctors looking to provide valuable experience and expertise into the infection services.
The post holder will be based at Arrowe Park Hospital where most of the inpatient wards are located. They will be supported to develop sub-speciality interests to complement those of the existing consultants. Routine Infection control activities will be part of the role, working alongside the named Infection Control doctor/practitioner. Out-of-hours on-call will be at frequency of 1:8 providing cross-cover for Countess of Chester NHS Foundation Trust and Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Trust.
Candidates for the post must be fully registered with the GMC. The appointee should hold Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists by examination.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with a team of consultants, speciality doctors and clinical scientists. The clinical team provides Microbiology and IPC advisory service for in-patients and out-patients on Arrowe Park Hospitals and Clatterbridge Hospital and to Wirral primary care. The post holder will be based at Arrowe Park Hospital where majority of the inpatient wards are located. The core service includes pro-active results management and advice to clinical teams. Authorisations/validations of result is not a major part of the role, as this is performed by experienced senior biomedical scientists. Certain relevant serology/ virology results will require Consultant input and authorization. Referrals to the Microbiology team for advice and guidance is received electronically which allows safe triage of calls based on priority. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is well embedded in the Trust. These Include: daily Critical care ward rounds, daily AMS rounds across the hospital and daily including blood stream infections rounds. AMS programme is supported by antimicrobial pharmacists. The Microbiology team provides input into a variety of MDTs: Prosthetic joint infections, Hematology,C. difficile, Endocarditis, Renal, Neonatal unit and the award-winning OPAT service. Infection prevention and control (IPC) is an integral role for the department with all team members contributing.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Consultant position available at WUTH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Consultant position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice.
- FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent.
- Medical Degree: MBBS or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Broad range of knowledge in Medical Microbiology, Virology, and laboratory diagnostics.
- Ability to report and advise independently.
- Ability to participate in general microbiology on call rota
- Experience and ability to advise in Infection Prevention and Control activities including outbreaks
- Experience of laboratory diagnostics including automation and molecular
- Ability to participate in general microbiology on call rota
Clinical Governance and Quality
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and audit.
- Demonstrates awareness of good decision making.
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate professional societies. On-going clinical research.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to show leadership, make decisive decisions, take responsibility, exert authority Demonstrates integrity
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure. Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Ability to challenge professional and organizational barriers
- Ability to challenge individuals about behaviours which do not promote best clinical care
Computer Literacy
Essential
- Good basic skills including: Ability to use EPR and LIMS software.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with email, word processing and presentation software.
Desirable
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and database software
Training
Essential
- Be included on, or be within 6 months of being eligible for entry to, the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council e.g. through award of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or a Certificate confirming Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)/ Portfolio Pathway by the GMC
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to train junior medical /scientific staff and laboratory staff
Desirable
- Postgraduate teaching qualifications
Health
Essential
- Satisfactory medical clearance by Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice).
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice.
- FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent.
- Medical Degree: MBBS or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Broad range of knowledge in Medical Microbiology, Virology, and laboratory diagnostics.
- Ability to report and advise independently.
- Ability to participate in general microbiology on call rota
- Experience and ability to advise in Infection Prevention and Control activities including outbreaks
- Experience of laboratory diagnostics including automation and molecular
- Ability to participate in general microbiology on call rota
Clinical Governance and Quality
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and audit.
- Demonstrates awareness of good decision making.
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate professional societies. On-going clinical research.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to show leadership, make decisive decisions, take responsibility, exert authority Demonstrates integrity
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure. Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Ability to challenge professional and organizational barriers
- Ability to challenge individuals about behaviours which do not promote best clinical care
Computer Literacy
Essential
- Good basic skills including: Ability to use EPR and LIMS software.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with email, word processing and presentation software.
Desirable
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and database software
Training
Essential
- Be included on, or be within 6 months of being eligible for entry to, the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council e.g. through award of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or a Certificate confirming Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)/ Portfolio Pathway by the GMC
Teaching
Essential
- Ability to train junior medical /scientific staff and laboratory staff
Desirable
- Postgraduate teaching qualifications
Health
Essential
- Satisfactory medical clearance by Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Main Lab, Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Rd
Upton, Birkenhead, Wirral
CH49 5PE
Employer's website
https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
