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Post: CLINICAL FELLOW POST FY2 – ST Level
base: QUEEN ELIZABETH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL or Glasgow Royal infirmary
Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates for the above post based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary. These posts are suitable for enthusiastic individuals who would like to gain more experience in the diagnosis and management of infection. The post would be ideal for those considering a career as an Infection Specialist, as well as offering experience which will be applicable to primary care and a variety of medical and surgical specialties in the future. This 12 month post is available from August 2023.
The successful candidate will join a supportive team of Microbiologists and Biomedical Scientists working in two of the largest diagnostic Microbiology Laboratories in Scotland. GGC Microbiology offers diagnostic, clinical advisory and infection control services across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
Both QEUH and GRI Microbiology laboratories contain state of the art facilities, with emphasis on developing rapid diagnostic techniques to optimise patient management and facilitate early discharge.
Applicants must have full registration with the General Medical Council.
These are relatively new posts offering experience in this exciting and developing field.
The post does not have educational approval and will not be recognised for training. However, successful candidates may attend regional and national infection training sessions and there will be opportunity for both laboratory and clinical research projects. Candidates will be assigned an Educational Supervisor and annual appraisal will need to be completed.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.