Locum Consultant in Infection (WXUH, NUH & RLH)

Job title:

Locum Consultant in Infection (WXUH, NUH & RLH)

Company

British Medical Journal

Job description

Applications are invited for a new locum consultant post within the Department of Infection at Barts Health NHS Trust. This is a locum post based on rotation at Whipps Cross University (WXUH), Newham University (NUH) and the Royal London (RLH) hospitals. This post provides excellent opportunities to work in both a large academic tertiary care centre and two busy acute general hospitals in the East End of London. This locum post is suitable for consultants accredited in Medical Microbiology and those with dual accreditation in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.The successful candidate will work alongside colleagues to deliver an infection service for in and out-patients and the local communities and play an active role in the general workload of the department including overseeing the resident doctors.The post holder will work as part of an integrated Department of Infection, joining 16 permanent and 9 locum/honorary consultant colleagues across the Trust. It is expected the appointee will participate fully in delivery of diagnostic, clinical, antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control services to patients, staff and local general practitioners.Main duties of the jobDuring all times the post holder will work as part of an integrated Department of Infection, joining 16 permanent and 9 locum/honorary consultant colleagues across the Trust. It is expected the appointee will participate in delivery of diagnostic, clinical, antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control services to patients, staff and local general practitioners. The appointee will also participate in the on call commitments of the department.The appointee is also expected to actively participate in departmental teaching activity, including training of clinical scientists and specialist registrars in Medical Microbiology, Medical Virology and Infectious Diseases.Any candidate who would like to work less than full-time will be eligible for consideration for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.This job description is intended to cover the main parts of the post only. An indicative plan of rotation can be discussed during informal discussions during any communication or visit.Across the rotations, this post has a workload that equates to a job plan of 8 DCC and 2 SPA.About usThe Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.Job description
Job responsibilitiesApplicants are expected to have RCPath in Medical Microbiology and CCTs (or equivalent) in Medical Microbiology (or be within 6 months of CCT on the date of interview). Applicants who are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCTs. Successful candidates must be on the General Medical Council’s specialist register, or be eligible for registration within 6 months of interview.Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registerable medical qualification (MBChB, MBBS or equivalent)

Higher Qualifications
Essential

• FRCPath (UK) (Medical Microbiology) or show evidence of equivalent qualification

Desirable

• MRCP (UK) or show evidence of equivalent qualification
• Infection Control qualification
• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD or PhD)
• MSc in Medical Microbiology

Registration
Essential

• Full and Specialist registration in Medical Microbiology (with license to practice) with the General Medical Council or be eligible for specialist registration within 3 months of interview
• Applicants that are UK trained must ALSO be a holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within 3 months of CCT on the date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT

Desirable

• Full and Specialist registration in Infectious Diseases (with license to practice) with the General Medical Council or be eligible for specialist registration within 3 months of interview

Experience, knowledge and skills
Essential

• Broad experience in delivering a clinical and diagnostic Microbiology service
• Clinical experience and thorough knowledge of principles of Antimicrobial Stewardship
• Experience of working in an OPAT service
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Broad range of IT skills and computer literacy

Desirable

• Experience of working in Infection Prevention and Control
• Evidence of a special interest that complements those of other consultants
• Broad experience in delivering an Infectious diseases service

Leadership and Management
Essential

• Proven ability to manage and co-ordinate the day-to-day clinical Microbiology/ Infection service
• Experience of clinical leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions and respond appropriately to service needs

Desirable

• Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
• Leadership / management training
• Experience of implementing change

Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential

• Experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
• Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance

Teaching and Training
Essential

• Experience of supervising doctors in training
• Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable

• Competencies as required for Clinical and Educational supervisors
• Experience of Educational Supervision
• Teaching skills course/qualification

Research and Publications
Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems

Desirable

• Experience of research
• Publications in the chosen sub-specialty field

Personal Skills and attributes (To be assessed at interview and via references)
Essential

• Effective communicator and an ability to build rapport, work with others, persuade and negotiate
• Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
• Empathy, understanding, listening skills and patience
• Able to change and adapt, respond to changing circumstances and to cope with setbacks or pressure
• Self-motivated with an enquiring, critical approach to work
• Ability to work under pressure
• Caring attitude to patients
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Reliable work record
• Honesty and integrity
• Appreciation of ethical dilemmas

Barts Health Values (To be assessed at interview and via references)
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate and model the key Trust values

Employer details
Employer nameBarts Health NHS TrustAddressThe Royal London HospitalWhitechapel Rd,LondonE1 1FRAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.259-MED01525RLH

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

London

Job date

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:33:13 GMT

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