This is a replacement post for a Consultant Microbiologist to support the microbiology department and the Infection Prevention and Control services in the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing Microbiology team as well as working in a Trust with an on-site diagnostic laboratory. The successful candidate will work alongside consultant colleagues to provide a microbiology/infectious diseases consultant service at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital and will be expected to contribute to the antimicrobial strategy of the Trust and be a member of the Antimicrobial Stewardship group. The post will rotate between Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells hospitals which will enable the post holder to have clinical input into a wide range of specialist clinical. The Microbiology department contributes to many MDTs, including OPAT, haematology, and intensive care, and has established antimicrobial stewardship ward rounds at both sites. Microbiology also supports the diabetic foot clinic.
Main duties of the job: Provision of a comprehensive clinical microbiology service including advice regarding appropriate specimen collection, involvement in specimen analysis, validation, and interpretation of results for transmission to wards, and involvement in the management of individual patients through full clinical liaison. Provision of trust-wide antimicrobial stewardship activities, in conjunction with the lead antimicrobial pharmacist and other Consultant colleagues. Participation in Trust Infection Prevention and Control activities, including deputising for the Infection Control Doctor where appropriate. Involvement in the development of clinical management protocols and pathways shared with the community and other consultant colleagues. Participation in the management and future development of the microbiology service.
Trust Information
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Flexible Working
Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Benefits
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
* At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
* Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
* Blue Light card eligibility
* And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
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