Consultant Microbiologist

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for quality assurance; supervision of technical functions of Microbiology service to BHB; interpreting and authorizing results obtained within the Microbiology department
• Assist with the writing and maintenance of appropriate departmental policies and procedures and ensures continued compliance with Joint Commission International Accreditation requirements
• Assist with quality improvement practices, and outcome measurements.  Monitor such activities through regular audits and reviews
• Prepare and provide associated general and statistical reports as required by the Department of Pathology
• Liaises with the Chief of Pathology to ensure accountability and acceptable turn-around-times for all inpatient/outpatient studies
• Utilizes Quality Improvement data to improve the quality of services to the clients, both internal and external, of the Department
• Attend internal and external committees as assigned by the Chief of Pathology
• Assist the infection control practitioners in setting and monitoring appropriate policies

Qualifications & Registration required:

• Must hold PhD/MRC Path in Microbiology or if medically qualified a specialty certification in Microbiology
• Minimum of 5 years’ post graduate experience in Microbiology. Experienced and competent within the field
• Maintain Specialist qualification where qualified
• Current registration with Medical Council in relevant jurisdiction
• Must be eligible to register with the Bermuda Medical Council and eligible for hospital privileges