Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Job summary

The Princess of Wales Hospital is located on the outskirts of Bridgend and provides a comprehensive range of acute surgery and medicine for patients of all ages, including inpatient, outpatient and day services. The above services are offered within facilities which include: Emergency Department, emergency and planned surgery; emergency medicine; gynaecology, obstetrics and neonatal unit; paediatric services; acute mental health care (Coity Clinic); main operating theatres and a purpose-built Day Surgery unit; and ophthalmology unit. The hospital also has an Intensive Care/High Dependency Unit; Coronary Care beds; a short stay unit; and full range of diagnostic and support services; a palliative care centre; private clinic/in-patient facilities and a discharge lounge. This post is a general post in obstetrics and gynaecology with special interest in Oncology. The post has an element of resident evening cover built into the job plan to achieve 60 hour consultant labour ward cover.

Main duties of the job

Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:o To ensure the provision of a first-class clinical serviceo To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialtyo To sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriateo To undertake all work in accordance with the Health Board's procedures and operating policieso To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the CSG and UHB'S service planso To maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the CSG and UHBo Core clinical expertise in the specialityo Leadership and team building skills as well as working as part of a multidisciplinary teamo Supporting and training multidisciplinary teamso Delivering care in the acute hospital settingo Participating in CPD including Audito A Teaching and Training Role for medical undergraduates and postgraduates

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.