FTSA Higher in Cardiothoracics

Job summary

Applications are for a FTSA Higher level in Cardiothoracic Surgery based at the University Hospital of Wales. These posts provide an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and would be ideal for International candidates wishing to consolidate their knowledge through working in the UK. All posts are for one year with a possibility of extension thereafter. 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. While these posts will not be recognised for postgraduate training they will take place in a teaching environment with ample learning opportunities. Although these posts are full-time, consideration will be given to applicants who require flexible working arrangements. References will be required to cover a minimum of three years of previous employment and/or training

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Main duties of the job

Applications are invited for a full time (40 hours a week and also will participate in the out of hours rota) post in Cardiothoracic Surgery based at the University Hospital of Wales. The unit undertakes all types of adult cardiac surgery including off-pump coronary surgery, complex mitral valve surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery & major surgery on the thoracic aorta including endovascular procedures and surgery for some adults with congenital heart disease. These posts provide an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and would be ideal for International candidates wishing to consolidate their knowledge through working in the UK. All posts are for one year with a possibility of extension thereafter.Cardiff and Vale UHB is one of the largest health boards in the UK and is recognised as a teaching centre of excellence in a wide range of clinical services. While these posts will not be recognised for postgraduate training they will take place in a teaching environment with ample learning opportunities.

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.