About this role
Job summary
We are looking to appoint 3 WTE Consultant posts in Medical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases based at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (split site working - 2 posts) and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust (split site working - 1 post).
There may be potential opportunity to work at another of the sites within SYBP subject to the needs of the service and the interests of the applicant
Pathology Services (including Medical microbiology) are provided by South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Services (SYBP) and hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This post will expand the service at Rotherham and Barnsley, and the post holders will be part of the wider microbiology and virology team based in Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster and Bassetlaw.
Posts 1 & 2 - Will be based at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust with split site working.
Post 3 - Will be based at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust with split site working.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointees will, together with other Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of providing clinical microbiology, infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship advice for The Rotherham Hospital Foundation Trust, Barnsley Foundation Trust and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.
Further information can be found in the Job Description.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one if the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview. Name on the specialist register for Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
MRCP, MD or PhD, or equivalent
Research Essential
Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Clinical experience Essential
Ability to work consultant level in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Ability to use a computer and the internet
Desirable
Ability to offer an expert opinion in a specialist clinical area commensurate with service needs Ability to offer an expert opinion in Infection Control commensurate with service needs
Teaching and training Essential
Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development Essential
Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration Essential
Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management Experience of working in a Multidisciplinary team
Clinical governance and audit Essential
Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project Understands risk management
Personal attributes Essential
Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values Good oral and written communication skills
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address TRFT, BDGH, STH & DBH
Sheffield
S10 2SB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)