Job summary
This is a newly established post within the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Service and the post holder will work alongside the established four Cystic Fibrosis consultants to further develop the All Wales service.
Currently the service cares for >360 adult CF patients from predominantly across South and West Wales. There is a net gain of 15-20 patients per annum, mainly from paediatric centre transfers. The service has a large dedicated multidisciplinary team.
The service is housed in a three-storey Cystic Fibrosis Centre with multidisciplinary team offices located on the top floor, and the ground floor accommodating the daily Cystic Fibrosis clinics in addition to treatment rooms, patient gym, clinical research rooms and psychosocial counselling rooms. There is a dedicated 16-bedded in-patient ward with 4 outlying bedrooms (W2 and E2) for special infections.
We are seeking a Specialist Doctor in Adult Cystic Fibrosis who has extensive knowledge of Cystic Fibrosis with a minimum of 6 years of experience in this area and who shares our values that:
- We care about the people we serve and the people we work with
- We trust one another
- We respect each other
- We take personal responsibility
- We treat people with kindness
- We act with integrity
In return we will offer you a dynamic, friendly working environment, a full induction programme and an individual personal development plan to guide your development within this new service role.
Main duties of the job
You will provide with senior colleagues (as appropriate) a service in the speciality to the hospitals so designated, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and promotion of health.
You will be expected to help in teaching aspects of diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases to junior medical staff and nursing staff.
There is a commitment to a Cystic Fibrosis on-call rota, equating to 1:6.
Delivery of services to the specialty of adult cystic fibrosis including ward rounds, outpatient clinics, including satellite and transition clinics.
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, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will provide with senior colleagues (as appropriate) a service in the speciality to the hospitals so designated, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and promotion of health.
You will be expected to help in teaching aspects of diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases to junior medical staff and nursing staff.
There is a commitment to a Cystic Fibrosis on-call rota, equating to 1:6.
Any other duties with other agencies that have been agreed with the employing Health Board.
It is important for the appointee to keep abreast of current knowledge/legislation and developments regarding his or her particular speciality. In addition, the appointee would be expected to participate fully in continuing medical education (CME) / continuous professional development (CPD) and to pursue specific goals
There is also the opportunity to participate fully in the postgraduate activities within the University of Wales School of Medicine.
There is a very active postgraduate training department, which organises medical and dental education led by the Dean of Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education within Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW).
Time off for study leave may be granted for education purposes to attend courses at the discretion of the Clinical Director and in accordance with the UHB Policy. This will be subject to the leave being planned well in advance and provided the clinical service is covered. At least six weeks notice is required. A Study Leave Approval Form must be completed and authorised by the Consultant and Clinical Director.
Personal clinical research will be encouraged in addition to participating in current programmes. Excellent research facilities are available on site.
You will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department.
All employees have an individual responsibility to adhere to the Infection Control Policy and to protect themselves, the patient, visitors and colleagues from the risk of infection. The individual responsibility will include the requirement to attend training at intervals determined by the Health Board and understand Infection Control issues as they pertain to their workplace. They will report any identified infection risk and take necessary precautions/actions to prevent transmission.
Under the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 it is the responsibility of each member of staff to ensure that all personal data (information that is capable of identifying a living individual) relating to patients, staff and others to which they have access to in the course of employment is regarded as strictly confidential. Staff must refer to the Health Boards Data Protection Policy (available via UHB intranet) regarding their responsibilities
Travel as necessary between hospitals/clinics will be required but a planned and cost-effective approach will be expected.
You will be required to participate and contribute to Clinical Audit in line with the Health Boards policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to attend departmental meetings.
You will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and expected to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management within your supporting professional activities. In addition, it should be noted that a system of Clinical Directorship is in operation and close liaison with appropriate colleagues will be required.
You will be required to work within the financial and other restraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind will not be committed without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder. All changes in clinical practice, workload or development requiring additional resources must have prior agreement with the Health Board.
Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service you will be expected to observe policies and procedures of the Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the profession where they involve clinical matters.
You will be expected to pursue local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board.
You will be required to ensure that arrangements are in place for adequate medical/dental staff to be available in relation to the treatment and care of patients.
You will be required to conform to best management practice in respect of patient activity and waiting lists.
Secretarial support is provided to the CF Service and Clinical Team.
Consideration of time off in lieu will be made at times of additional hours provided for continuity of direct patient care and for the continued delivery of patient care within the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will provide with senior colleagues (as appropriate) a service in the speciality to the hospitals so designated, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and promotion of health.
You will be expected to help in teaching aspects of diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases to junior medical staff and nursing staff.
There is a commitment to a Cystic Fibrosis on-call rota, equating to 1:6.
Any other duties with other agencies that have been agreed with the employing Health Board.
It is important for the appointee to keep abreast of current knowledge/legislation and developments regarding his or her particular speciality. In addition, the appointee would be expected to participate fully in continuing medical education (CME) / continuous professional development (CPD) and to pursue specific goals
There is also the opportunity to participate fully in the postgraduate activities within the University of Wales School of Medicine.
There is a very active postgraduate training department, which organises medical and dental education led by the Dean of Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education within Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW).
Time off for study leave may be granted for education purposes to attend courses at the discretion of the Clinical Director and in accordance with the UHB Policy. This will be subject to the leave being planned well in advance and provided the clinical service is covered. At least six weeks notice is required. A Study Leave Approval Form must be completed and authorised by the Consultant and Clinical Director.
Personal clinical research will be encouraged in addition to participating in current programmes. Excellent research facilities are available on site.
You will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department.
All employees have an individual responsibility to adhere to the Infection Control Policy and to protect themselves, the patient, visitors and colleagues from the risk of infection. The individual responsibility will include the requirement to attend training at intervals determined by the Health Board and understand Infection Control issues as they pertain to their workplace. They will report any identified infection risk and take necessary precautions/actions to prevent transmission.
Under the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 it is the responsibility of each member of staff to ensure that all personal data (information that is capable of identifying a living individual) relating to patients, staff and others to which they have access to in the course of employment is regarded as strictly confidential. Staff must refer to the Health Boards Data Protection Policy (available via UHB intranet) regarding their responsibilities
Travel as necessary between hospitals/clinics will be required but a planned and cost-effective approach will be expected.
You will be required to participate and contribute to Clinical Audit in line with the Health Boards policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to attend departmental meetings.
You will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and expected to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management within your supporting professional activities. In addition, it should be noted that a system of Clinical Directorship is in operation and close liaison with appropriate colleagues will be required.
You will be required to work within the financial and other restraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind will not be committed without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder. All changes in clinical practice, workload or development requiring additional resources must have prior agreement with the Health Board.
Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service you will be expected to observe policies and procedures of the Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the profession where they involve clinical matters.
You will be expected to pursue local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board.
You will be required to ensure that arrangements are in place for adequate medical/dental staff to be available in relation to the treatment and care of patients.
You will be required to conform to best management practice in respect of patient activity and waiting lists.
Secretarial support is provided to the CF Service and Clinical Team.
Consideration of time off in lieu will be made at times of additional hours provided for continuity of direct patient care and for the continued delivery of patient care within the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC/GDC Registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 12 years post graduate medical work including a minimum of 6 years within the specialty at Specialty Doctor / SAS Grade level or equivalent
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
- Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
- Evidence of engagement with revalidation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach
- Demonstratable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Values aligned to those of the Health Board
Other Requirements
Essential
- Computing skills
- Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process
- Satisfactory immigration status
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC/GDC Registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 12 years post graduate medical work including a minimum of 6 years within the specialty at Specialty Doctor / SAS Grade level or equivalent
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
- Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
- Evidence of engagement with revalidation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach
- Demonstratable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Values aligned to those of the Health Board
Other Requirements
Essential
- Computing skills
- Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process
- Satisfactory immigration status
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, University Hospital Llandough
Penlan Road
Llandough, Penarth
CF64 2XX
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
