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.
1 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.1 x Hepatobiliary/General Surgery
This post is available from 5th February 2025 - 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.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- Completion of MRCS
Desirable
- Completed a minimum of 12 months on call for elective general surgery
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Effective communication skills- verbal and written up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- completed relevant competencies in General Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of knowledge of principles of audit and skills
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g degrees, prizes, awards
- Evidence of training in basic surgical skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
- Completion of MRCS
Desirable
- Completed a minimum of 12 months on call for elective general surgery
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Effective communication skills- verbal and written up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- completed relevant competencies in General Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of knowledge of principles of audit and skills
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements e.g degrees, prizes, awards
- Evidence of training in basic surgical 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.
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).
