Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic General and Colorectal Surgeon to join our department at Glan Clwyd Hospital.
The need for this post has arisen from the increasing demand for consultant leadership in the provision of benign and malignant colorectal surgical services. There will be opportunities to develop further sub-specialty interests within Colorectal and General Surgery. The out of hours on call commitment will be 1 in 8.
There will be opportunities to undertake roles within Medical Education both within the department and in the wider Health Board. For those interested in research the post offers the chance to work with the North Wales Clinical Research Centre. The department has established links with a number of universities, and other institutions, for collaborative research projects.
The successful candidate will join a closely-knit team of eight consultants in the department of General Surgery. There is excellent support from colleagues in gastroenterology, anaesthetics & critical care, radiology, and other specialties, as well as from clinical nurse specialists, the nutrition team, and surgical trainees. The North Wales Oncology Centre is on site, allowing close collaboration with oncologists for MDT working and clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
The duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to undertake the following duties:
- Provide a service of the highest quality.
- Work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospital agreed planned activity for in-patient and outpatient services.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings (MDT)
- Ensure the standards are maintained and developed through clinical audit, evidence-based research and appraisal. The Health Board supports surgeon's going through the revalidation process.
- Be familiar with the College curricula for junior doctor training and contribute to their training requirements, including tutorials, on-the-job teaching, mentoring, appraisal and assessment.
- Agree an annual job plan with the General Manager and Clinical Director/ Lead Clinician and participate in annual appraisal.
- Undertake all necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
About us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.
BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.
The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Mr Richard Morgan Richard.Morgan@wales.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Mr Richard Morgan Richard.Morgan@wales.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
- FRCS(Gen.Surg) or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher research degree
- Higher qualification in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of General Surgery
- Advanced training in colorectal surgery, including laparoscopic resections.
- Understand NHS management practices and their application
Desirable
- Accredited to perform colonoscopy
- Advanced sub-specialty colorectal training and experience, e.g. Pelvic floor surgery,
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in research and audit projects
Desirable
- Completed audit projects
- Research based publication
Teaching and Training
Essential
- A commitment to teaching both trainees and allied health professionals
- Evidence of teaching experience
- A commitment to continued professional development through lifelong learning.
Desirable
- Participation as a teacher, organised courses
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work well within an inter-disciplinary team setting.
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
- FRCS(Gen.Surg) or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher research degree
- Higher qualification in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of General Surgery
- Advanced training in colorectal surgery, including laparoscopic resections.
- Understand NHS management practices and their application
Desirable
- Accredited to perform colonoscopy
- Advanced sub-specialty colorectal training and experience, e.g. Pelvic floor surgery,
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in research and audit projects
Desirable
- Completed audit projects
- Research based publication
Teaching and Training
Essential
- A commitment to teaching both trainees and allied health professionals
- Evidence of teaching experience
- A commitment to continued professional development through lifelong learning.
Desirable
- Participation as a teacher, organised courses
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work well within an inter-disciplinary team setting.
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
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).
