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OverviewConsultant in Microbiology- Gold Package 20K lump sum & 1.5 SPA. Join to apply for the Consultant in Microbiology- Gold Package 20K lump sum & 1.5 SPA role at Candino CA.An opportunity has arisen to join our team at the Ipswich base within ESNEFT. We are inviting applications for a full-time substantive post in the ESNEFT infection service, suitable for candidate on the specialist register with a qualification in Medical Microbiology, consultants dual accredited in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases or Consultant Clinical Scientists who have completed a training programme in Medical Microbiology.For medical consultants, qualifications required are FRCPath(UK) or equivalent, full GMC registration, and inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council in Medical Microbiology or Microbiology/Infectious Diseases and within six months of CCT or its equivalent at interview date. Candidates applying as Consultant Clinical Scientists are expected to have completed a recognised Higher Speciality Scientific Training programme (HSST) in Medical Microbiology and to have completed the FRCPath(UK) examinations for infection training.Our Enhanced Welcome package includes an additional 20,000 lump sum plus 1.5 SPA time for 12 months and relocation costs to thank you for choosing to work at our trust and to help you with your new journey with ESNEFT.This job description is intended to cover the main parts of the post only. Applicants are invited to enquire regarding any point(s) they are unsure about.ResponsibilitiesTo provide leadership in the management, provision and development of Microbiology and Infection Control Services for the department.To undertake laboratory work including advice regarding diagnostic samples, validation and interpretation of results and involvement in agreeing policies and procedures for the examination of samples.To participate in the diagnosis and management of individual patients by liaison with patients, clinicians and other hospital and community staff.To be involved in business planning, introduction of new methods and forward planning for staff and equipment.To regularly and systematically review all departmental policies, SOPs and protocols in line with Trust policy on document control and risk management strategy.To maintain effective communication and engagement with clinical colleagues and other service users, including consultants in communicable disease control and health protection.To advise on Infection control issues in conjunction with microbiology and infection control nursing colleagues.QualificationsMedical consultants: FRCPath(UK) or equivalent, full GMC registration, and inclusion on the Specialist Register in Medical Microbiology or Microbiology/Infectious Diseases.Consultant Clinical Scientists: completed HSST in Medical Microbiology and the FRCPath(UK) examinations for infection training.BenefitsEnhanced Welcome package includes 20,000 lump sum plus 1.5 SPA time for 12 months and relocation costs.Supportive training and development opportunities, flexible working options.Generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave (pro rata), NHS discounts, and access to Staff Health and Wellbeing programmes.We are ESNEFT and provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex, with sites in Colchester and Ipswich and a range of community services. The Trust is investing in time matters and digital transformation, including a partnership with Epic to implement a leading EPR system. #J-18808-Ljbffr