Job summary

The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, efficient and cost effective clinical microbiology and infection service as well as an infection control service for all users of the laboratory. The post affords opportunity to take up the role of ICD if interested and work with three Consultant Microbiologists in a major department in one of the larger Trusts in the East of England. The laboratory has seen significant developments in molecular diagnostics to increase in-house testing capacity for SARS CoV 2 and has built a robust response to the pandemic over recent years. The department has been acknowledged and received a number of local and national accolades for the excellent service that it provides.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible with Consultant colleagues for the provision of a 24 hour telephone on-call clinical and infection control advisory service currently on a 1:4 rota with prospective cover.

This will involve taking a leadership role within the Trust on matters relating to infection management in terms of providing expert support for the diagnosis and therapeutic management of microbiological clinical problems including advice on appropriate investigations on an individual patient basis. We are looking for a candidate who is able to lead and motivate a team, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and is able to work well within a multidisciplinary team.

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!

The Trust is in line to receive government funding for major redevelopment works with construction due to start on new buildings in 2024. Plans include a new building at Watford General Hospital to house all clinical services with our hospitals at Hemel Hempstead and St Albans being refurbished throughout with some new buildings.

But our redevelopment is not just about new buildings. Each of our three hospitals will have a clearer role and a higher level of specialist care. This is a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people. Our hugely experienced project team of senior clinicians, architects, planners and construction experts have shaped our plans which embracethe latest best practice, including advances in design and digital healthcare.

The Trust is delighted to have recently been awarded Teaching Hospital status in recognition of its wide and well-renowned role in educating doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We have recently opened a multi-storey car park at Watford General Hospital.

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.