Job summary Clinical Fellows in Clinical Microbiology (F3/CT level) Under the supervision of consultant staff, the post holder will contribute to and gain experience in the prevention, diagnosis and management of infection. The post holder will participate fully in the laboratory process, validating the results produced by the laboratory and providing clinical advice to clinical colleagues with respect to Microbiology results and diagnostic procedures distinguishing between infectious and non-infectious processes. Professional supervision of junior doctors on the rotation may be required on occasion. Participation in the investigation of cross-infection episodes and outbreaks of infection is required. The post holder will be expected to provide infection control advice in conjunction with the infection control team and to liaise effectively with the infection control team drawing their attention to infection control issues picked up by the post holder. Main duties of the job Advise on appropriate investigations. Advise on and apply the principles of antibiotic therapy. Monitor the response to therapy. Contribute to the reporting of and management of infections with a Public Health implication. Participate in regular ward rounds and ad hoc ward visits when necessary. There is a Monday morning hand-over meeting and a weekly Infection MDT at which all clinically relevant cases are discussed. The post holder is expected to prepare for and attend these meeting. About us Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region. The Trust employs 5,000 staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods. The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community. Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career. Date posted 02 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 to £61,825 a year Plus night and on call supplement. Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number 156-MS-4172 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Work health assessments Criminal record check standards Right to work checks For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Work health assessments Criminal record check standards Right to work checks For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice Experience Essential Provides evidence of clinical background and effective communication regarding medical topics with clinical teams and/or patients Demonstrates ability to problem solve Desirable Experience demonstrated in microbiology and/or infectious disease Experience of working in the NHS Skills Essential Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement and prioritise clinical need. Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement. Desirable Evidence of participation in risk management Evidence of experience in teaching others Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice Experience Essential Provides evidence of clinical background and effective communication regarding medical topics with clinical teams and/or patients Demonstrates ability to problem solve Desirable Experience demonstrated in microbiology and/or infectious disease Experience of working in the NHS Skills Essential Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement and prioritise clinical need. Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement. Desirable Evidence of participation in risk management Evidence of experience in teaching others 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). Additional information 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)