Job Title: Locum Consultant Microbiologist
Grade: Consultant    
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Contract: 12-months fixed-term, with CESR support 
Rate: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata per annum

We are looking for a Locum Consultant in Microbiology to join an established Microbiology service in Birmingham. This role involves providing comprehensive microbiological care and supporting the infection control service.

The appointee, together with the existing three Consultant Medical Microbiologists, will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective clinical Microbiology, infection prevention and control, and laboratory service to the Trust and other users of the Microbiology laboratory.

CESR support can be offered to applicants wanting to pursue this pathway to GMC-specialist registration.

What will your responsibilities be?

 As a Microbiology Consultant, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases, managing patient care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Your expertise will be vital in guiding teams to deliver high-quality microbiology services and ensure optimal patient outcomes. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the advancement of microbiology and shape the future of patient care.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Daily and weekly payroll services
• Revalidation and appraisal services
• A dedicated and responsive consultant
• Access to CPD events & training courses
• Access to exclusive locum opportunities with more preferred supplier contracts than anyone else
• Rewarding recommendation and loyalty schemes

Qualifications and Experiences     

• Medical degree and valid medical license.
• FRCPath, MRCP or equivalent.
• Applicants must have GMC registration or be eligible to join the register within 6-months.
• Applicants for the substantive position must have GMC specialist registration or be eligible to join the specialist register within 6-months.
• Proven experience as a Consultant in Microbiology.
• Strong diagnostic skills and proficiency in Microbiology procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with medical advancements.

How to apply?

For more information and to receive a job description, please apply to the role or contact: Doctors.Permanent@pulsejobs.com

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.