Job summary
Applicants are invited for the Foundation Year 3 programme based at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor.
We are looking for dynamic individuals who have completed their Foundation Programme training or have equivalent internal medicine experience if applying from outside the UK. Applicants with previous NHS experience will be preferred.
The posts offer an exciting opportunity for trainees potentially interested in pursuing a career in General Internal Medicine. The successful candidates will have a choice of working in Medical Specialities with a strong reputation for delivering excellent clinical care.
On call attracts 1B40% banding
FIXED TERM ENDING ON 05 AUGUST 2025
Main duties of the job
Whilst this is a non-training post, there will be allocated time for supporting professional activities including quality improvement projects, research and teaching. This time is protected and part of the duty roster. This time is equivalent to a session weekly.
The successful applicants will be expected to participate in the general internal medicine on-call rota working days, nights and weekend shifts as rostered 1:5.2. These posts are available as both Full Time for 6, 12 and up to 24 months or as Less Than Full Time posts. There will be several options including multiple speciality rotations.
Taking an F3 post is a fantastic opportunity to get ahead with your e-portfolio and enhance your application to specialist training. At Ysbyty Gwynedd we offer each F3 an educational supervisor to help guide you through your career and training requirements.
About us
Ysbyty Gwynedd is situated in the city of Bangor in North West Wales. It is near to the Snowdonia National Park, Menai Straits and Irish Sea. This area has plenty to offer to enthusiasts who like outdoor activities (including water sports) or have interest in history or Welsh culture.
For sports enthusiasts there are facilities available for a range of sports including wall climbing, squash, swimming, tennis, badminton, gym, table tennis etc at a short distance from the hospital.
Bangor has good road and rail links to cities like Manchester, Cardiff and London.
Ysbyty Gwynedd is a very friendly hospital with an excellent Education Centre and an active Doctors Mess. The Mess organises regular social events including a Summer and Christmas Ball.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Year 2 training (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years' experience post qualification when started the job
- No recent gaps in clinical career of more than 2 years in the last 5 years
- One year Medical Specialties experience
Desirable
- Audit, quality improvement projects
- Research and publications
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- Satisfy UK/EEA Immigration regulations or eligible for work permit
- ALS / ACLS
Desirable
- ATLS / APLS training
- Progress towards an appropriate postgraduate qualification
- Additional qualifications/academic achievements
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently
- Ability to write clear concise notes/histories
Desirable
- Teaching of undergraduates & nursing staff
Personal qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicate well with all staff and good team worker
- Evidence of patient focussed care
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership skills
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Cope in pressured environment
Desirable
- Basic Welsh speaker
- Clear educational or personal reasons for applying for the post
- Ability to travel (car owner/driver) due to geography of the Health Board
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation Year 2 training (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years' experience post qualification when started the job
- No recent gaps in clinical career of more than 2 years in the last 5 years
- One year Medical Specialties experience
Desirable
- Audit, quality improvement projects
- Research and publications
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- Satisfy UK/EEA Immigration regulations or eligible for work permit
- ALS / ACLS
Desirable
- ATLS / APLS training
- Progress towards an appropriate postgraduate qualification
- Additional qualifications/academic achievements
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently
- Ability to write clear concise notes/histories
Desirable
- Teaching of undergraduates & nursing staff
Personal qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicate well with all staff and good team worker
- Evidence of patient focussed care
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership skills
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Cope in pressured environment
Desirable
- Basic Welsh speaker
- Clear educational or personal reasons for applying for the post
- Ability to travel (car owner/driver) due to geography of the Health Board
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
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).
