Clinical Fellow with Special interest in Microbiology

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Job overview

This is an outstanding opportunity for an enthusiastic Clinical Fellow interested in pursuing a career in Acute Medicine & Infection. The post holder will work within the Acute Medical Department and the Infection Diseases Department, rotating on a monthly basis.

The post will provide comprehensive training in Infection, individualized to the skills and level of previous Infection experience of the successful candidate, as well as a broad exposure to the assessment and follow-up of medical patients in the Acute Medicine Department.

The successful candidates will work alongside the Specialist Trainee in Infection and the Infection Consultants during their months with the Infection team, while the Acute Care Unit (ACU) is led by General Medicine Consultants alongside a dedicated junior doctor and nursing team. Working with both the Infection & ACU teams in one of the most ethnically diverse boroughs in the UK will offer the Clinical Fellows a wide range of experience in the detailed interpretation of microbiology laboratory results, management of infectious & tropical diseases in both inpatients & ACU patients, and the ambulatory investigation & management of a stimulating variety of medical patients.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the Clinical Fellow in Acute Medicine & Infection job description for a detailed overview of both departments and the main duties of the role.

Working for our organisation

Please refer to the Clinical Fellow in Acute Medicine & Infection job description for a detailed overview of both departments and the main duties of the role.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants should possess full GMC registration. The Trust operates flexible working and job share policies. This post is full-time (40hrs per week), but LTFT applicants will be considered.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to work closely with highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants with opportunities to work in a service where quality improvement and iterative change are happening in a real-time but supported way.

Person specification

Education & Higher qualifications

Essential criteria

1. MBBS / MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
2. Full GMC registration
3. Permission to work in the UK (i.e. appropriate visa and/or work permit)
4. Evidence of successful completion of Foundation year 1 & 2 or equivalent

Desirable criteria

1. Evidence of completion of CMT or equivalent
2. MRCP Part 1
3. MRCEM part A (or equivalent)
4. FRCPath Part 1
5. Other related qualifications: e.g. Diploma in Medical Microbiology, MSc in Microbiology, Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

1. At least 6 months experience in General or Acute Medicine at FY2 level including participation in unselected take.
2. Experience of General Surgical specialties, including participation in unselected take, at FY1 or equivalent level.
3. Clinical Knowledge and expertise: appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgements to problems
4. Knowledge of evidence-based practice.

Desirable criteria

1. 6 months experience at ST (IMT) 1 and above
2. Experience of Microbiology & Infection or clinical specialties where there is a significant component of infection e.g. ITU/HDU
3. Experience of laboratory work (including research) relevant to medical microbiology
4. Experience of Emergency medicine, Acute Medicine or Ambulatory Care.
5. 2 years clinical NHS experience

Skills and abilities

Essential criteria

1. Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
2. Good organisational skills e.g. organise ward rounds
3. Ability to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
4. Competent IT skills including Word & experience of using hospital computer systems (e.g. EPR, PACS, order communication system etc.)

Desirable criteria

1. Previous experience using WinPath IT systems
2. Relevant procedural skills

Management

Essential criteria

1. Good understanding of clinical governance
2. Good understanding of audit principles

Desirable criteria

1. Demonstrable evidence in clinical governance
2. Audit project completions

Teaching & Research

Essential criteria

1. Good understanding of research principles

Desirable criteria

1. Experience of undergraduate and/or post-graduate teaching
2. Teaching skills course/ qualification
3. Presentations
4. Publications

Communication and language skills

Essential criteria

1. Good communication skills
2. Ability to develop good working relationships
3. Commitment to continuing personal development
4. Good skills liaising across organisational boundaries

Personal attributes

Essential criteria

1. An awareness of own strengths and weaknesses coupled with an ability to deploy them effectively
2. Professional attitude towards work, good record of attendance, punctual, meets deadlines, endeavours to deliver a high standard of clinical care at all times.
3. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances

General Guidance for Applicants

Please ensure that you read the "Guidance Notes On Submitting An Application" under "Additional Documentation" before completing your application.

Please note: we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working, and job-shares.

If you are interested in joining our team, please let us know your preferred working pattern in your application, and we will consider all requests for flexible working and try to accommodate them wherever possible.

Please note that secondment arrangements will be considered for any fixed term positions, with the agreement of the existing line manager.

We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Clinical Fellow with Special interest in Microbiology (PDF, 496.3KB)
• Guidance for Applicants (PDF, 124.4KB)
• Trust Values (PDF, 652.3KB)