Infection Control Specialist

2 weeks ago


Torquay, Torbay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Consultant in Infection and Medical Microbiology to join our team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert clinical advice and management of infections, as well as participating in daily ward rounds and contributing to the development of guidelines and apps for infection management.

Main Responsibilities

  • Liaise with clinicians, hospital staff, and medical microbiologists to diagnose and manage patients, control and prevent infections, and provide telephone advice.
  • Participate in daily ward rounds for ICU, Emergency Assessment Units, Acute Medical Units, and other wards as needed.
  • Contribute to the development of guidelines and apps for infection management, with a focus on antimicrobial prescribing.
  • Comply with agreed trust management guidelines.

About Us

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a progressive and innovative healthcare organization that delivers safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, with good transport links to all our sites. Our commitment to staff health and wellbeing recognizes the unique strengths and skills of our staff.



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