Job Summary
The post is based in the department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology at Imperial College Healthcare NHS and will be available from March 2026 until the beginning of September 2026 and will be based at Hammersmith Hospital.
Main Duties
The role involves delivering high-quality care to infectious diseases inpatients and outpatients, actively participating in clinical duties, multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, and contributing to departmental activities including teaching, audit, quality improvement and academic seminars. The post-holder will work under the supervision of infectious diseases or microbiology consultants, alongside other medical staff, and is expected to maintain clear documentation and communication within the MDT. The position also offers opportunities to develop leadership, teaching and communication skills while gaining experience in managing a broad range of infectious diseases.
About Us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values – expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast‑forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including cycle‑to‑work, car lease schemes, season‑ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part‑time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Details
* Date posted: 31 December 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Doctor – other
* Salary: Depending on experience £44,170 – £67,610 per annum plus London Weighting
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 6 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 290‑TDPA‑186
* Job locations: Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS
Job Description
Further details can be found in the complete job description and the accompanying person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential – Primary medical qualification, Full GMC registration, MRCP
* Desirable – Diploma or Masters in a relevant subject
Other Requirements
* Essential – Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team, Understanding of the principles of clinical governance, Understanding and experience of audit projects, Ability to critically appraise a paper
* Desirable – Evidence of service audit, Experience of junior team rota & annual leave coordination, Evidence of academic training, Training in research methodology
Values and Behaviours
* Essential – Ability to communicate with clarity in written and spoken English, Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate, Ability to take responsibility, make decisions and exert appropriate authority, Empathy, understanding, listening skills, patience and ability to work co‑operatively with others, Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development, IT literate, Honesty, integrity, awareness of ethical dilemmas, respect for confidentiality
* Desirable – Evidence of leadership skills
Experience
* Essential – Good history & examination skills, Able to formulate a working diagnosis, Able to order appropriate investigations, Image interpretation relevant to practice, Acknowledge own limitations knowing when to appropriately seek assistance from senior colleagues, Experience of doing shifts at registrar level in the NHS
* Desirable – Experience of working as an SHO or registrar in infectious diseases or a related specialty (e.g. HIV/ GU/ Microbiology)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
* Essential – Clinical skills, experience and interest in infectious diseases; Broad based medical knowledge; At least 1 year experience of working in the NHS
* Desirable – Particular interest in infectious diseases or a related specialty
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. Guidance can be found here on criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS
Employer’s Website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/
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