Job Summary
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking passionate and forward-thinking Consultant Gastroenterologists to support our expanding Gastroenterology Service. We welcome applicants with a special interest in IBD, and are committed to supporting your professional development in this area.
Main Duties of the Job
* Provide a Gastroenterology Service with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness.
* Have inpatient beds in North Wales (base agreed to be agreed)
* Have responsibility for the care of patients in their charge.
* Undertake professional supervision of Junior Medical staff.
* Participate in Medical Education.
* Participate in Clinical Audit.
* Cover for Consultant colleagues' leave.
* Be responsible for patients admitted.
* Provide specialty in-reach during the week.
* Validate outpatient referrals and Endoscopy requests.
* Undertake Outpatient Clinics.
* Participate in a formal GI Bleed Service once established, extending the specialty in-reach service to weekend mornings to support the medical take.
* Provide backfill to certain Endoscopy lists (see job plan).
* Develop subspecialty interests in addition to management of General Gastroenterology patients.
Benefits
In return you can expect a generous annual leave entitlement, access to the NHS Pension Scheme and a favourable 10 session contract comprising a 7:3 split between DCC and SPA sessions, for full time roles. Flexible Working options are also available under NHS Wales National Policy. A relocation Package is available subject to eligibility.
About Us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a comprehensive range of primary, community, mental health, and acute hospital services for a population of around 700,000 people across North Wales. Our mission is to improve the health and well‑being of individuals and communities through high-quality, compassionate care.
We are an integrated health system which strives to excellent compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public and other statutory and third sector organisations. We have a strong relationship with both Universities in North Wales and work in collaboration on supporting the medical school, pharmacy school, nursing and other clinical courses as well as operating in a research-rich learning culture.
North Wales is a fantastic place to live, learn and work. The coastal areas are more densely populated, gradually becoming more rural towards the west and inland. The Welsh language is an important part of our culture. North Wales is best known for its vast areas of natural beauty, notably the Eryri National Park, home to the highest mountain in Wales, as well as spectacular lakes, perfect for those who love to get outdoors. Boasting 250 miles of coastline, there are plenty of beautiful beaches to enjoy all year round. Much of the Wales Coast Path can be cycled as well as walked, as it shares a route with the National Cycle Network.
Qualifications
Essential:
* GMC Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology and General Medicine or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview.
* Full MRCP.
Desirable:
* Higher Post Graduate qualification.
Clinical Experience
Essential:
* Evidence of training in an appropriate Gastroenterology Training Programme or equivalent.
* Familiarity with NHS systems of care.
* Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
* Experience in Endoscopy, independent at diagnostic and therapeutic OGD and colonoscopy (JAG certified).
Desirable:
* Subspecialty interest in Nutrition.
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential:
* Ability to work effectively with colleagues in an MDT setting.
* Ability and willingness to work within the Health Board and NHS performance framework and targets.
Desirable:
* Management Experience.
Teaching and Audit Experience
Essential:
* Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
* Experience of audit.
* Ability to perform workplace-based assessments.
Desirable:
* Active commitment to teaching.
* Evidence of audit participation and design.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Contact
Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan – Dr H Nair (Clinical Director) – Hari.Nair@wales.nhs.uk; Dr A Foulkes (Site Medical Director) – Andrew.Foulkes@wales.nhs.uk, PAAnnette.Jones5@wales.nhs.uk; Habeeb Braimo (Directorate General Manager, Medicine) – Habeeb.Braimo@wales.nhs.uk
Wrexham Maelor Hospital – Dr S Stanaway (Site Medical Director) – Steve.Stanaway@wales.nhs.uk; Dr T Mathialahan (Consultant Gastroenterologist Lead) – THIRILOGANATHAN.MATHIALAHAN@wales.nhs.uk; Faye OKeefe (Directorate General Manager, Medicine) – Faye.OKeeffe@wales.nhs.uk
Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor – Dr J Gasem (Consultant Gastroenterologist / Site Medical Director) – Jaber.Gasem@wales.nhs.uk; Dr Rachel Newbould (Consultant Gastroenterologist Lead) – Rachel.Newbould@wales.nhs.uk; Joanna Elis-Williams (Directorate General Manger, Medicine) – Joanna.Elis-Williams@wales.nhs.uk
Apply Now
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of our workforce in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply now.
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