Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
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Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
Full-Time Substantive Consultant Surgeon (Lower GI/Colorectal Surgery)
Job Overview
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board wishes to appoint a Full-Time Substantive Consultant Surgeon with expertise in Lower GI (Colorectal) Surgery to join a busy Department of Surgery based at Ysbyty Gwynedd and Llandudno General Hospital.
We are recruiting a consultant with the option for alternative part-time hours for successful candidates. The successful appointee must provide a high-quality clinical service within a well-supported multidisciplinary team.
There are opportunities to develop Robotic (Versius) Assisted Colorectal Resection skills for candidates with relevant experience.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Duties & Professional Obligations
- Resilience, adaptability, and willingness to bolster service recovery during challenging periods.
- Maintain a high-quality service aligned with hospital targets for inpatient and outpatient services.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to optimise patient care.
- Ensure evidence-based practice through:
- Regular clinical audit participation
- Evidence-based research activities
- Annual appraisal & performance reviews
- Familiarity with and contribution to Royal College training curricula, including:
- Tutoring residents
- On-the-job mentoring and assessments
- Proactive training development
- Mentor and educate medical students from:
- North Wales Medical School
- Swansea Medical School
- Cardiff Medical School
- Active role in planning and delivering undergraduate education at North Wales Medical School.
- Collaborate with General Manager, Clinical Director, and Lead Clinician to agree and review an annual job plan.
- Perform all administrative duties vital to patient care and operational excellence.
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About Working for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
BCUHB is Wales’ largest NHS employer, with:
- A £2.4bn+ budget
- 20,000+ staff
- An integrated service spanning acute hospitals, community healthcare, mental health, primary care liaison, and specialist services
Our commitment:
- Deliver excellent, compassionate care in partnership with:
- Public sector organisations
- Statutory and third-sector partners
Person Specification
Qualifications & Accreditations
(Essential criteria unless otherwise noted)
✅ FRCS (or overseas equivalent) in Colorectal Surgery ✅ Full GMC Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (at interview)
Desirable Criteria
❯ Royal College of Surgeons – "Train the Trainer" module ❯ Formal Leadership & Management Qualification
Experience
Essential
🔹 Comprehensive experience in all aspects of General Surgery 🔹 Proven specialist Colorectal training & clinical experience 🔹 Understanding of NHS management principles - theory and practical application
Desirable
❯ Colonoscopy accreditation ❯ Experience in Low Rectal Cancer resections ❯ Training/experience with CM Reviti Versius Robotic Surgery (Colorectal) ❯ Postgraduate Leadership & Management training ❯ Prior experience working within Welsh healthcare (NHS Wales)
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Team Collaboration
Essential
Ability to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary team environment
Desirable
🔹 Participation in Lower GI Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings
Audit & Research
Essential
Evidence of active engagement in: 📊 Clinical audit 🔬 Research participation
Desirable
❯ Completed audit projects ❯ Publication in peer-reviewed research journals
Teaching & Mentorship
Essential
✔ Formal teaching credentials suitable for Senior Clinical Lecturer role ✔ Proven experience delivering undergraduate education (clinical and academic)
Desirable
🔹 Experience as a Senior Clinical Lecturer at medical institutions 🔹 Completed or currently undertaking MedEd (Medical Education) qualifications
Additional Requirements
Essential
📚 Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) ✈ Willingness to travel to meet service demand requirements Alignment with Betsi Cadwaladr’s organisational values
Desirable
✨ Ability to speak Welsh or commitment to learning Welsh
If you are passionate about shaping North Wales' healthcare future and meet these criteria, we welcome your application!
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