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.
Committed to delivering outstanding healthcare, we are on a journey of continuous improvement and innovation. There are plans to introduce a Gastrointestinal Bleed rota, which will be shared across the Health Board, and to establish a formal out‑of‑hours networked Gastrointestinal Bleed Service.
We are driving our ambition to become an outstanding, patient‑led Health Board where dedicated staff provide high quality care, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role, contributing to the development and transformation of the service as we strive to become an outstanding, patient‑led Health Board where dedicated staff provide high quality care, compassionate care to our patients.
Main duties of the job
The Successful candidate will
* 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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Candidates are encouraged to speak with us to discuss the opportunities available in more detail.
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
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.
Person Specification
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.
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