FTSA STRH Level in General Surgery

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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Job summary

Applications are invited for a Fixed Term Appointment for Service Covering a Training Post (STRH) Level on a Training rotation at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board based at the University Hospital of Wales.

There is 1 posts available covering 2 rotations these are as follows: -

1 x Emergency Surgery (Upper GI)/General Surgery1 x Hepatobiliary/General Surgery

Main duties of the job

FIXED TERM APPOINTMENT FOR SERVICE COVERING A TRAINING POST ST3 LEVEL TRAINING ROTATION

Applications are invited for a Fixed Term Appointment for Service Covering a Training Post (STRH) Level on a Training rotation at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board based at the University Hospital of Wales.

There are 2 posts available covering 2 rotations these are as follows: -

1 x Emergency Surgery (Upper GI)/General Surgery1 x Hepatobiliary/General Surgery

These posts are available from 2nd October - 5th August 2025

This post is not recognised for Training

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.

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

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.

Date posted

18 July 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

11 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-MP158.24

Job locations

General Surgery Medical Staff

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


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
  • completed relevant competencies in General Surgery
  • Ability to prioritise clinical need
  • Effective communication skills- verbal and written up to date with current medical practices

Desirable

  • Completed a minimum of 12 months on call for elective general surgery
  • Evidence of training in basic surgical skills
  • Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g degrees, prizes, awards
  • Evidence of knowledge of principles of audit and skills
Person Specification

English

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
  • Completion of MRCS
  • completed relevant competencies in General Surgery
  • Ability to prioritise clinical need
  • Effective communication skills- verbal and written up to date with current medical practices

Desirable

  • Completed a minimum of 12 months on call for elective general surgery
  • Evidence of training in basic surgical skills
  • Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g degrees, prizes, awards
  • Evidence of knowledge of principles of audit and skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

General Surgery Medical Staff

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

General Surgery Medical Staff

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant General Surgeon

Antonio Foliaki

Antonio.Foliaki@wales.nhs.uk

Date posted

18 July 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

11 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-MP158.24

Job locations

General Surgery Medical Staff

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Supporting documents

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