Job summary
BCUHB is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for a population of around 676,000 people across the six counties of North Wales (Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham) as well as some parts of mid Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire. The aim of BCUHB is to provide the highest quality care for the population of North Wales. We aim to achieve this through three key values: Dignity, placing a high value on respecting the patient as an individual; Valuing Staff, valuing staff as individuals and developing their skills appropriately; Efficiency, pursuing efficiency and effectiveness in delivering services.
Main duties of the job
Specialty Doctor in Urology - SpR Level
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialty Doctor in Urology at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Boardbased at Glan Clwyd Hospital.
The post holder would be actively involved in the provision of urological services within a multi-disciplinary team. The post is also suitable for post core surgical trainee candidates looking to gain additional urology and research experience prior to applying for run-through specialist training. Active research and supervision for postgraduate degree would be encouraged for interested candidate.
Department of Urology at Glan Clwyd has a dedicated, purpose built Urology Diagnostic unit with 6 bedded ward, Endoscopy suite and clinic rooms.
About us
The Department of Urology at Glan Clwyd Hospital provides a full range of urological services both on the main site and at peripheral hospitals. We aim to expand this department with a view to offer sub-speciality services and to maintain high standards of work.
The Department enjoys the services of an excellent radiology unit. Two of the radiologists working closely with the Urology team has an interest in interventional urology, helping with percutaneous access as well as providing cancer and ultrasound services in the unit. The department has up-to-date radiology imaging, including a MRI scanner in the unit. A renal dialysis unit is on site. The unit also enjoys the benefit of the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre.
As part of the Health Board's strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University's process for granting honorary titlesand help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Inpatient Services - Provide elective and emergency inpatient services, along with other members of the department.
Outpatient Services - Provide an Outpatient service, along with other members of the department.
Emergency On-call and Cover for colleagues Provide out of hours cover via on call and cover during periods of leave, following a 1:5 non-resident on-call rota. There is a consultant support for the on call.
Education and Research The post holder is expected to engage in a research project and contribute to the academic life of the Department. Contribute to the teaching of junior medical staff, medical students and other Directorate staff.
Clinical Audit Participate actively in the Departments Clinical Audit Programme and Continuing Professional Development, which is fully supported by the Trust Board.
Administration Undertake all necessary administrative duties associated within the care of his/her patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Inpatient Services - Provide elective and emergency inpatient services, along with other members of the department.
Outpatient Services - Provide an Outpatient service, along with other members of the department.
Emergency On-call and Cover for colleagues Provide out of hours cover via on call and cover during periods of leave, following a 1:5 non-resident on-call rota. There is a consultant support for the on call.
Education and Research The post holder is expected to engage in a research project and contribute to the academic life of the Department. Contribute to the teaching of junior medical staff, medical students and other Directorate staff.
Clinical Audit Participate actively in the Departments Clinical Audit Programme and Continuing Professional Development, which is fully supported by the Trust Board.
Administration Undertake all necessary administrative duties associated within the care of his/her patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCS or equivalent degree
Desirable
- Recent ALS, ATLS, APLS certification
- Postgraduate degree - MSc or MD
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Surgery excluding foundation years with at least 12 months in Urology
- Equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Diagnostic Urological skills e.g. prostate biopsy and flexible cystoscopy
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good team worker
- Flexible attitude
- Keeping up to date
- Willingness to train
Desirable
- Enthusiastic to teach juniors and medical students
Research/Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit
- Research interest
Desirable
- Publication in peer reviewed journal
Others
Essential
- Regular attendance at departmental audit meetings
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of MS Windows and MS Office
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCS or equivalent degree
Desirable
- Recent ALS, ATLS, APLS certification
- Postgraduate degree - MSc or MD
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Surgery excluding foundation years with at least 12 months in Urology
- Equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Diagnostic Urological skills e.g. prostate biopsy and flexible cystoscopy
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good team worker
- Flexible attitude
- Keeping up to date
- Willingness to train
Desirable
- Enthusiastic to teach juniors and medical students
Research/Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit
- Research interest
Desirable
- Publication in peer reviewed journal
Others
Essential
- Regular attendance at departmental audit meetings
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of MS Windows and MS Office
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).
