Consultant Microbiologist

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We are looking for a full time Consultant in Medical Microbiology with the option for an interest in Infectious Diseases. The post holder will work within the Women, Children and Clinical Services Directorate in conjunction with infection control, estates and clinical microbiology.
The appointment is for 10 PA. It is subject to the Terms and Conditions for medical consultant grade staff under the new consultant contract (Scotland).

You will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of services.

Subject to the provisions of the terms and conditions of service, you are expected to observe the Division’s agreed policies and procedures, drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters, and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust. In particular, where you formally manage employees of the board, you will be expected to follow the local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures. You will be expected to make sure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to be able to contact you when necessary.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr David Griffith, Consultant Microbiologist on 01592 643355, extension 28489
or Email: David.Griffith2@nhs.scot

Interviews will be held on 12th May 2023

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.