Job summary
Fixed Term Service Appointment Specialty Registrar ST5+ inVascular Surgery
A Vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Service AppointmentSpecialty Registrar (Higher level ST5+ and above based at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board within the General Surgery Department for a Vascular Rotation .
This post is available from as soon as possible and is for 1 year.
Main duties of the job
The Cardiff Regional Vascular Unit provides diagnosis and treatment for arterial, venous and lymphatic diseases (circulation and fluid carrying systems)
Diagnosis and treatment of conditions caused by peripheral arterial insufficiency
Risk factor modification and exercise programs.
Diagnosis and treatment of aneurismal disease.
Surgery for the prevention of stroke.
Endovascular treatments.
Varicose vein management.
Management of venous disorders.
Treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome.
Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis / facial flushing.
Diagnosis and treatment of Raynaud's phenomenon.
Diagnosis and treatment of lymphoedema.
In-hospital assessment of vascular conditions.
Treatment of vascular surgical emergencies.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
English
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- Completion of MRCS
- Validate log book documentation of surgical exposure to date
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Shows realistic Insight into Vascular Surgery and the personal demands to Surgery
- Awarness of own limitations and when to ask for help
Desirable
- Achievements relevant to Vascular Surgery including elective or other experience
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g degrees, prizes awards
- Evidence of knowledge of the principles of audit and skills in audit
Person Specification
English
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- Completion of MRCS
- Validate log book documentation of surgical exposure to date
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Shows realistic Insight into Vascular Surgery and the personal demands to Surgery
- Awarness of own limitations and when to ask for help
Desirable
- Achievements relevant to Vascular Surgery including elective or other experience
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g degrees, prizes awards
- Evidence of knowledge of the principles of audit and skills in audit
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
