Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Fixed Term Service Appointment (STRL level) in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University Hospital of Wales within Cardiff & Vale University Health Board. This post is available from 1st January 2023 until 1st August 2023. The Obstetrics & Gynaecology Directorate works closely with colleagues within Cardiff University's College of Medicine.
This post is not recognised for training.
Excellent staff benefits including onsite day nursery and holiday playscheme, onsite staff club including indoor heated swimming pool, fully equipped gym, and badminton and squash courts. Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board is situated in a vibrant easily accessible part of Wales which combines the best of City life, coast and countryside all within easy reach. An exceptional quality of life can be achieved with affordable housing in the locality good schools and excellent sporting and cultural events at venues such as the Millennium stadium and the Millennium Centre as well as numerous other venues. References will be required to cover a minimum of three years of previous employment and/or training. In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.
A Disclosure Check will be required of the successful candidate
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the post of Fixed Term Service Appointment (STRL level) in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University Hospital of Wales within Cardiff & Vale University Health Board. We are a teaching health board with close links to Cardiff University. The University boasts a high-profile teaching, research and development role within the UK and abroad. Together we are training the next generation of medical professionals.
This post is available from 1st January 2023 until 1st August 2023.
This post is not recognised for training.
Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board is situated in a vibrant easily accessible part of Wales which combines the best of City life, coast and countryside all within easy reach. References will be required to cover a minimum of three years of previous employment and/or training
In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.
A Disclosure Check will be required of the successful candidate
Application Forms will not be accepted after the final closing date.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well" and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
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
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
Desirable
- Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Academic Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Experience of active involvement in clinical quality improvement measures (clear description, outcomes and appropriate experience for level of application). This can include audit, guideline development, implementation of health policy, improved team working, leadership etc.
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.
- Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload and organise ward rounds
- Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources
- Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multisource feedback or other workplace-based assessments
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
Desirable
- Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Academic Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Experience of active involvement in clinical quality improvement measures (clear description, outcomes and appropriate experience for level of application). This can include audit, guideline development, implementation of health policy, improved team working, leadership etc.
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching
Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.
- Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload and organise ward rounds
- Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources
- Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multisource feedback or other workplace-based assessments
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).
