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Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You must possess relevant medical qualifications, clinical experience, strong surgical skills, and exhibit teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication attributes.
  • You will engage in elective and emergency general and GI surgery, provide inpatient and outpatient care, and rotate through various surgical specialties.

Requirements

  • * Qualifications
  • * Experience
  • * Skills & Abilities
  • * Personal Attributes

Responsibilities

  • A named educational supervisor and clinical supervisors will be provided, and training opportunities will be equivalent to those available to our core surgical trainees in general surgery post on the All-Wales core surgical training scheme.
  • There will be opportunities to participate in teaching, research, audit and quality improvement, plus advice and support regarding development of a surgical portfolio and career guidance.
  • These posts will rotate around upper GI, colorectal and breast surgery for 4 months each for elective activities, with all on call activity based in the Grange University hospital for the full 12 months.
  • Clinically this post includes commitments to emergency and elective general and GI surgery, as well ongoing inpatient and outpatient care.
  • Team rotas within sub-specialties ensure equal access to training opportunities alongside higher surgical trainees, core surgical trainees and Foundation doctors.
  • Clinical commitments will be primarily in the Grange University Hospital, with elective commitments on other sites within the Health Board, including Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach and Nevill Hall Hospital in Abergavenny.
  • For this reason, post-holders will be expected to travel independently between sites; travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Health Board policy.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Junior Clinical Fellow position?

The position is for a fixed term period of 12 months, commencing on 6th August 2025 and ending on 4th August 2026.

Where is the Junior Clinical Fellow position based?

The position is based at the Grange University Hospital in South East Wales.

What kind of training opportunities are available for this position?

The post offers training opportunities equivalent to those available to core surgical trainees, including participation in teaching, research, audit, and quality improvement.

Will there be support for career development?

Yes, there will be advice and support regarding the development of a surgical portfolio and career guidance.

What kind of clinical commitments does this role include?

The role includes commitments to emergency and elective general and GI surgery, as well as ongoing inpatient and outpatient care.

Will travel between sites be required for this position?

Yes, post-holders will be expected to travel independently between sites, and travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Health Board policy.

How many consultants and trainees are currently in the department?

The department is currently staffed by 18 General Surgery/GI consultants, 4 Vascular consultants, 6 Breast Surgery consultants, and various trainees including 11 Specialty Training registrars and 9 core trainees.

Is flexible working supported in this role?

Yes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.

What benefits does Aneurin Bevan University Health Board offer?

The Health Board offers a comprehensive benefits package, extensive training and development opportunities, paid mandatory training, and support for work-life balance and wellbeing.

Can I apply for this position in Welsh?

Yes, applicants are encouraged to apply in Welsh, and will not be treated less favorably than those who apply in English.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers