Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Junior Fixed Term Appointment for Service in Neurology (CT Level)
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Fixed Term Appointment for Service Post in Neurology
A vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Appointment for Service post (FTSA) in Neurology at CT Level within the Neurology department based at the University Hospital of Wales. The post is for a 6-month fixed term period from 5th August 2026 to 2nd February 2027 and is not recognised for training.
About the Role
The successful candidate will receive training at a tertiary neuroscience centre working on the neurology ward and the neurology day unit. The department also includes a neurosciences research unit and an epilepsy video-telemetry suite. There will be exposure to a range of acute and long-term neurological conditions while being fully supported by an appropriate senior team.
Responsibilities
The postholder will provide specialist care to neurological patients at the University Hospital of Wales. This includes:
- Providing ward cover Monday to Friday, 9-5
- Supporting the Neurological Day Unit to ensure patients are consented and receive their regular treatments
- Managing ward referrals
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About the Organisation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Mission: "Caring for People, Keeping People Well"
Vision: That every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.
As an organisation, we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
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About the Location
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts, and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Robin Corkill
Job Title: Clinical Director, Medical Neurosciences
Email Address: Robin.Corkill2@wales.nhs.uk
Telephone Number: 02920 745274
Dr Marc Edwards - Consultant Neurologist
Email Address: Marc.Edwards@wales.nhs.uk
Telephone Number: 02921 841025
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