microbiologist Dartford, England
Job description
The appointee will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of services and will share in the medical contribution to management. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service, you are expected to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures, drawn up in consultation with the professions on clinical matters, and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of The Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. The appointee will assist in the organisation and provision of a microbiological, diagnostic, clinical, IPC and advisory service to all healthcare services, including GP related services across the health economy. The agreed specific duties and responsibilities of the Consultant Microbiologist are: Supervision of the work of the laboratory (including quality assurance and efficient use of resources) applicable to the diagnosis and management of microbial disease in patients for Dartford & Gravesham NHS trust and local GPs through remote access of the Telepath system.
In rotation with other colleagues, laboratory support and oversight will be required at the NKPS laboratory. Liaison with Consultant clinical colleagues in response to requests for clinical advice regarding investigation and management of patients with suspected or confirmed infections. Daily ward rounds are undertaken in clinical areas and weekly ward rounds are undertaken in Neonatal & Paediatric to advise on appropriate antibiotics and encourage prudent prescribing. Infection Prevention and Control
