Make a Real Difference in Microbiology – On Your Terms

Prime Healthcare is working in partnership with NHS Dumfries & Galloway to recruit a Consultant in Microbiology to join a friendly, progressive department delivering high‑quality diagnostic, infection prevention, and clinical microbiology services across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity to combine rewarding clinical work, specialist development, and flexible working, supported by a leading NHS framework agency.

About the Role

As a Consultant Microbiologist, you will join an established team providing a comprehensive microbiology and infection service to Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary and the wider community.

You will work closely with Consultant colleagues, Infection Prevention & Control teams, Antimicrobial Stewardship leads, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to support safe, effective patient care across acute and community settings.

The role offers opportunities to develop specialist interests, contribute to service development, and play a key part in shaping microbiology and infection services within a modern, well‑equipped laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant‑level clinical microbiology advice to hospital and community clinicians
• Lead and participate in infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and outbreak management
• Support diagnostic microbiology services, including interpretation of complex results
• Attend and contribute to MDTs, governance meetings, and clinical advisory groups
• Supervise and support junior doctors, trainees, and laboratory staff

About the department and setting

• Modern, purpose‑built Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary (opened 2017)
• Well‑equipped microbiology laboratory with strong regional links
• Collaborative working with Infection Prevention & Control and Antimicrobial Stewardship teams
• Supportive consultant group with defined specialist interests

What we’re Looking For

Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Medical Microbiology / Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (or within 6 months of CCT/CESR)
• UK Right to Work
• DBS/PVG check (or willingness to complete)

Desirable:

• Experience in infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, or laboratory leadership
• Interest in developing a recognised subspecialty area
• Experience contributing to teaching, audit, or service development

Why Dumfries & Galloway?

Dumfries & Galloway offers an exceptional quality of life, combining:

• A modern, award‑winning hospital environment
• Beautiful coastline, countryside, and outdoor lifestyle opportunities
• Affordable living with excellent schools and family‑friendly communities
• Easy access to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Carlisle