Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Specialty Doctor Urology
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Job Overview
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 Board based 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 candidates.
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- Department of Urology at Glan Clwyd has a dedicated, purpose built Urology Diagnostic unit with 6 bedded ward, Endoscopy suite and clinic rooms.
- The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
- Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels.
- Be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
- Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
- Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find the full Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full GMC registration
- MRCS or equivalent degree
Desirable criteria
- Recent ALS, ATLS, APLS certification
- Postgraduate degree - MSc or MD
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Surgery excluding foundation years with at least 12 months in Urology
- Equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable criteria
- Diagnostic Urological skills e.g. prostate biopsy and flexible cystoscopy
Personal Qualities
Essential Criteria
- Good communication skills
- Good team worker
- Flexible attitude
- Keeping up to date
- Willingness to train
Desirable criteria
- Enthusiastic to teach juniors and medical students
Research/Audit
Essential Criteria
- Evidence of participation in Audit
- Research interest
Desirable criteria
- Publication in peer reviewed journal
Others
Essential criteria
- Regular attendance at departmental audit meetings
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of MS Windows and MS Office
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