Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Consultant Anaesthetist
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Job Overview
We are looking for a colleague who is keen to join our team delivering exceptional healthcare in a picturesque, rural setting. Our District General Hospital (DGH) offers a varied job plan with exposure to a diverse range of clinical cases. The role encompasses a broad spectrum of specialities including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, ENT, Urology, Gynae, Robotics, Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Trauma.
We have a modern purpose-built Anaesthetic Department with excellent office and teaching facilities.
The Anaesthetic Department is currently fully engaged in the Royal College of Anaesthetists ‘Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation’ (ACSA) Programme, and is the first hospital in Wales to achieve accreditation.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be expected to:
- Contribute to clinical and educational activities within the directorate as determined by the Consultant and provide a high-quality service to the local population.
- Assist in the supervision and teaching of trainees.
- Participate in trainee teaching rota.
- Contribute to local clinical governance activities including clinical audit and clinical risk initiatives.
- Co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services.
- Travel as necessary between hospitals/clinics. A planned and cost-effective approach is expected.
- Be capable of teaching novice anaesthetists in theatre.
- Participate in regular Post Graduate sessions that currently take place in the Anaesthetic Department and the Hospital Education Centre.
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Working for our organisation
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.
BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute, and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also coordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.
The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from the date of interview.
- Final FRCA (or non-UK equivalent).
- ALS.
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Desirable criteria
- ATLS.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive range of Anaesthetic skills and knowledge through training post or equivalent.
Desirable criteria
- Consultant level experience.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
Skills And Abilities
Essential criteria
- General and regional anaesthesia for a range of surgical specialties to all age groups over the age of one.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good team leader and team member.
- Ability to develop services.
- Good communication skills.
- Keen to develop clinical and other skills.
- Computer skills.
Desirable criteria
- Obstetric anaesthesia.
- Regional anaesthesia for upper limb surgeries.
- Competent to transfer patients for specialist care.
Teaching
Essential Criteria
- Willing and able to teach trainees in theatre on attached lists.
Desirable criteria
- Willingness to participate in departmental teaching.
- Proven ability in preparing and delivering teaching material.
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Aligns own values with those of the Health Boards.
- Ability to work with other disciplines, theatre staff, and management.
- Adaptability to changing needs of service.
- Work in pressured environment.
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh language.
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