Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a GP with Specialist Interest in Musculoskeletal medicine in the Centre Area of BCUHB, working within CMATS. The post holder will be responsible for the triage of patients, assessment and management of complex patients, training and support/supervision of staff, as well as the development of the CMATS service in BCUHB. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will have a broad background of experience in general practice and in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic medicine. The role involves providing a face to face clinical service to patients triaged to the CMATS clinics. This includes working in conjunction with an experienced and dynamic team of Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapists, Consultant Therapist and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists and Podiatrists. The service has close links and networks with Consultant colleagues in Orthopaedics, Rheumatology, Pain services and other specialist centres. The post holder will also provide medical leadership, oversight and support to the Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapists and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists and Podiatrists within the CMATS team. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. Person specification GP Qualifications Essential criteria Registered with GMC Registered on Wales Medical Performers List Desirable criteria Diploma in Minor Surgery Formal Postgraduate Orthopaedic/Musculoskeletal training GP Experience Essential criteria Previous experience in triage musculoskeletal services Evidence or previous commitment to health community service development Desirable criteria Evidence of past experience in working within an orthopaedic multi-agency/multidisciplinary team GP Skills Essential criteria Ability to work within a multi-agency/multi-discipinary team. IT literate Ability to lead a clinical team as required Ability to develop and implement clinical protocols/guidelines Ability to contribute to team learning Desirable criteria Past experience of using Microsoft Office Packages GP Knowledge Essential Criteria Knowledge of the range of North Wales orthopaedic and musculoskeletal services and current referral processes Knoweldge and understanding of the orthopaedic and musculoskeletal services modernisation agenda Desirable criteria Awareness of the clinical governance issues associated with providing orthopaedic triage and treatment Awareness of national imperatives in relation to orthopaedics and musculoskeletal services Personal Attributes Essential Criteria Team player and innovator Dynamic and proactive Good time management skills Flexible approach to role and model development including ability to travel within the area