Job summaryThis post will be available from 26th December 2026.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Gastroenterology Directorate atCardiff and Vale University Health Board as a Specialty Doctor in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Intestinal Failure. This substantive post offers the chance to work within a friendly, highly specialised and academically active department that provides both local and tertiary services to patients across Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan and Wales. The department delivers a comprehensive range of gastroenterology, hepatology, intestinal failure and advanced endoscopy services, supported by a multidisciplinary team of consultants, specialist nurses, dietitians and allied health professionals.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the management of complex inpatient gastroenterology, hepatology and intestinal failure patients, primarily based on Ward A7 at the University Hospital of Wales. The role also includes outpatient clinics, endoscopy activity, multidisciplinary team working and participation in service development, teaching, audit and clinical governance activities.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will need to demonstrate professional excellence and the ability to deliver effective care.
They will need to agree levels of activity and throughput with the Clinical Lead and undertake annual appraisal and job planning as per UHB Policy. The post holder will be required to adhere to UHB Policy on maintaining Medical excellence and to be committed to maintaining their standard of performance by keeping knowledge and skills up to date. Inpatient ward duties and ward rounds, to include review of and acting upon investigation results.
Helping ensure patient admissions run smoothly, efficiently and effectively by encouraging multi-disciplinary team working.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
About usCardiff 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 focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is 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.
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.
DetailsDate posted24 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary
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64,292 to 102,689 per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number001-MP179.26Job locationsUniversity Hospital of WalesHeath ParkCardiffCF14 4XWUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPROPOSED WEEKLY TIMETABLE OF PROGRAMMED DUTIES (i.e. regular scheduled NHS activities).The duties described are provisional and will be the subject of annual review and will form a composite part of the JOB PLAN (page 7 on JD) which will be agreed between the post holder and the Chief Executive or a nominated deputy.
The job will entail management of gastroenterology patients at University Hospital Llandough with educational opportunity in Upper GI Disease and support offered for CESR.Provisional Job Plan (Subject to change):Training lists: 1.5Service lists: 2Outpatient clinic: 2 (1 Upper GI, 1 Capsule Sponge)Admin/referrals: 1Audit/referrals: 0.5 MDT/referrals: 0.5RFA observation/training/referrals: 1SPA/Support for CESR: 1.5You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPROPOSED WEEKLY TIMETABLE OF PROGRAMMED DUTIES (i.e. regular scheduled NHS activities).The duties described are provisional and will be the subject of annual review and will form a composite part of the JOB PLAN (page 7 on JD) which will be agreed between the post holder and the Chief Executive or a nominated deputy.
The job will entail management of gastroenterology patients at University Hospital Llandough with educational opportunity in Upper GI Disease and support offered for CESR.Provisional Job Plan (Subject to change):Training lists: 1.5Service lists: 2Outpatient clinic: 2 (1 Upper GI, 1 Capsule Sponge)Admin/referrals: 1Audit/referrals: 0.5 MDT/referrals: 0.5RFA observation/training/referrals: 1SPA/Support for CESR: 1.5You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documentsPerson Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or recognised equivalentFull GMC Registration with License to PracticeMRCP or recognised equivalentDesirableAcademic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions)
Experience
EssentialFour years full-time postgraduate training (or part-time equivalent), at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty or equivalent experience/competenciesDesirableAssessment of emergencies
Skills, Knowledge & Ability
EssentialCommitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary workingCounselling and communication skillsUnderstanding of clinical risk management and clinical governanceUp to date with current practices in Respiratory MedicineAbility to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from seniors as appropriateDesirableComputing skillsAuditResearch interests relevant to specialtyTeaching
Personal qualities
EssentialDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleaguesEvidence of ability to work both in a team and aloneFlexible approachMotivated and efficientCommitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or recognised equivalentFull GMC Registration with License to PracticeMRCP or recognised equivalentDesirableAcademic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions)
Experience
EssentialFour years full-time postgraduate training (or part-time equivalent), at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty or equivalent experience/competenciesDesirableAssessment of emergencies
Skills, Knowledge & Ability
EssentialCommitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary workingCounselling and communication skillsUnderstanding of clinical risk management and clinical governanceUp to date with current practices in Respiratory MedicineAbility to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from seniors as appropriateDesirableComputing skillsAuditResearch interests relevant to specialtyTeaching
Personal qualities
EssentialDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleaguesEvidence of ability to work both in a team and aloneFlexible approachMotivated and efficientCommitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary teamDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. xohmjla For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCardiff and Vale University Health BoardAddressUniversity Hospital of WalesHeath ParkCardiffCF14 4XWUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCardiff and Vale University Health BoardAddressUniversity Hospital of WalesHeath ParkCardiffCF14 4XWUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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