Specialist Medical Microbiologist (225-917)

The Specialist Medical Microbiologist plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases. As an expert in microbial identification, this professional is responsible for analyzing clinical specimens, advising on appropriate antimicrobial treatments, and implementing infection control strategies. This position requires close collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. The Specialist Medical Microbiologist must stay current with emerging pathogens, changes in antibiotics, and advancements in molecular diagnostics to provide expert consultation and effective public health interventions. The role is not only technical but also involves educating medical staff and contributing to clinical research projects to improve health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens for pathogen identification.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to manage and control infection outbreaks effectively.
• Implement and oversee laboratory quality control procedures and safety standards.
• Guide healthcare professionals in the selection and use of antimicrobial therapies.
• Develop and update protocols to handle emerging and re-emerging infectious agents.
• Instruct medical staff and trainees in microbiological skills and infection prevention.
• Participate in and contribute to research projects related to infectious diseases.
• Ensure timely communication of laboratory results to clinical teams and health authorities.
• Monitor resistance trends and contribute to hospital antibiotic stewardship programs.
• Advise on healthcare-associated infections and implement control measures effectively.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for scientific conferences and hospital meetings.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Microbiology or a related biomedical science field is essential.
• Board certification in Medical Microbiology is preferred for this role.
• A minimum of five years' experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory is required.
• Proficient knowledge of molecular techniques and culture methods is necessary.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required for this position.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with advancements.