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Infection Prevention and Control Doctor

HealthHarmonie
Newcastle upon Tyne
9 months ago
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Infection Prevention and Control Doctor


Who we are

HealthHarmonie is a fast paced, growing organisation that operates from various locations across England. Headquartered in Birmingham, we were established in 2003 and have been growing ever since, in the ever-changing healthcare industry, developing our presence across the UK.

We work in partnership with several NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups nationwide to provide patients with access to community services closer to their home.

These include Diagnostic Ultrasound, Gynaecology Services, diagnosis and treatment of Dermatological conditions, Ophthalmology services and the provision of extended Minor surgery procedures.


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About the job

Are you a dedicated and skilled Infection Prevention and Control Doctor looking for a new opportunity?

We have an amazing opportunity for Medical Microbiologist who has experience of Infection Prevention and Control to work for at least half a day per month with the potential requirement to attend meetings or provide advice on an ad-hoc basis and oversee all activity for HealthHarmonie in relation to Infection Prevention and Control.


About the role

  • Lead and provide expert advice on Infection Prevention and Control policies and protocols across the organization.
  • Virtually / Remotely attend Infection Prevention and Control Committee meetings, Water Safety Group and Decontamination Group meetings.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical staff, to implement infection prevention strategies.
  • Provide expert microbiological consultation to clinical teams, guiding antibiotic stewardship and infection management.
  • Support the development and training of staff in infection prevention and control procedures.
  • Promote the application of high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and decontamination practices.
  • Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activities related to infection prevention.
  • Support research and development in the field of medical microbiology and infection prevention.


About you

  • Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
  • Specialist training in Medical Microbiology and Infection Control.
  • Certification in Infection Control or equivalent is desirable.
  • Experience working within Infection Prevention and Control in a hospital setting.
  • Proven ability to manage complex clinical cases
  • Strong leadership skills and experience in multidisciplinary team collaboration.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.


*The position is subject to a successful disclosure at the appropriate level from Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the provision of your right to work documentation.



What we do

HealthHarmonie is a business who believe in finding new and innovative solutions to give patients the best choices. This means they can receive the finest care and treatments for them. We aim to meet the growing demands in healthcare by working extensively to support the NHS.


How to Apply

If you are passionate about Infection Prevention and Control, we would love to hear from you! Please click on the apply button and submit your updated CV detailing your experience. Feel free to include any notable achievements or contributions to the field.


Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients and contributing to the advancement of healthcare through an exceptional service.


Equal Opportunity Employer

HealthHarmonie are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, meaning all qualified applicants will be considered for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other protected category under local law.


We know that it is the differences in our people that make our company a better and more welcoming place to work.

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