Overview
A valuable opportunity is available for an experienced Speciality Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to join a supportive and well-established team. This is a permanent post, based at Glangwili General Hospital, in Carmarthen and travel to other sites for clinical duties is expected.
The role combines strong professional development with an appealing quality of life. Carmarthenshire is known for its coastline, rolling countryside, and affordable living, creating an ideal environment for a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.
The Health Board places a strong emphasis on teaching, research, quality improvement, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration.
Applicants must hold full GMC registration.
Responsibilities
Main duties of the job include supervision of admissions to the Wards, clinical investigation, diagnosis and treatment of all patients admitted to Obstetrics & Gynaecology Wards, as well as assisting the Consultants in running the Outpatient Clinics. The post holder will participate in regular audit meetings and postgraduate teaching sessions held by the appropriate Consultants. You will be required to work in close cooperation and liaison with colleagues both within and outside of the organisation, in multi-professional and multidisciplinary team environments. Maintaining a high standard of note-keeping. Communication with other staff. Presentations at weekly clinical case conferences, carrying out audits and involvement in teaching junior staff and other professionals.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disability services. We work in partnership with local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Our services are provided in four main hospitals (Bronglais Hospital, Glangwili Hospital, Prince Philip Hospital, Withybush Hospital), five community hospitals, two integrated care centers and several other community settings. We also have extensive primary and community services.
Details
Date posted: 13 March 2026
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: Depending on experience £62,117 - £99,216 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Job locations: Glangwili General Hospital, Dolgwili Road, Carmarthen, SA31 2AF
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Welsh language
The Health Board is committed to bilingualism and welcomes applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet Welsh language requirements, the Health Board offers learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of employment.
Pay framework and other information
These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales.
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Essential
* Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
* Valid Certified Advanced Life Support
* Desirable
* Additional clinical qualification(s)
* Evidence of working towards membership of the Royal College
Experience
* Essential
* Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or equivalent) with at least two years in a relevant specialty
* Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post
* Desirable
* NHS experience
* Able to demonstrate evidence of leading a team
Teaching
* Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff
* Desirable: evidence of organising programmes and teaching medical students and resident doctors
Other
* Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
* Flexible approach to the needs of the service
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1) is desirable
Regulatory
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
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