Job summaryThe Emergency Department (ED) was purpose built in 2014 and offers state of-the-art facilities. This was part of a new development at YGC called the Emergency Quadrant (EQ) which brings all Emergency and Acute Services together. The EQ houses the ED, Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), a 24 bed Acute Medical Unit, Surgical Assessment Unit, Radiology services. The ED sees a full case mix of undifferentiated emergencies encompassing all specialties including Major Trauma, Stroke, Cardiac, Vascular, ENT, Ophthalmology, Max Fax and Paediatrics.
The Department has also been undergoing a process of implementation of modern models of Emergency Care including streaming, ambulatory majors, and rapid assessment.
Main duties of the jobLeading medical handovers and huddlesSupport the Nurse in Charge (NIC) to manage Emergency Department (ED) risk escalating ED capacity and safety concernsBeing a point of clinical contact in ED for Senior Clinicians and ManagementSupport the coordination of workforce resources within ED, including responding to short-notice staffing gaps and escalating workforce concerns to maintain safe service provisionUsing Symphony to proactively run the EDFocusing on patient safety risks, reviewing unwell patients, and seeing patients as neededSupporting the streaming of patients to Minor Injury Units (MIUs), Specialities or Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) where appropriateAnticipating and intervening with unexpected issues, e.g., health and safety risksAbout usBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over 2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of communityhospitals, healthcentres, clinics, and mental health units.
It alsoco-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region. The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.
DetailsDate posted28 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
114,099 to 166,585 a year
per annum pro rata
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number050-YGC-ED-0926Job locationsGlan Clwyd HospitalSarn LaneBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesCandidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesCandidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
EssentialFull GMC Specialist Registration in Emergency Medicine or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of applicationFRCEMValid ATLS/ETC, ALS, APLS or equivalent provider statusDesirableSubspecialty training in Paediatrics or Prehospital EMInstructor Status in ALS, ATLS, APLS or equivalentOther relevant postgraduate qualifications e.g., DipIMCRCEM Level 1 accreditation in EM UltrasoundEvidence of shop floor supervision training e.g., RCEM ELSEsTraining in leadership and human factors
Experience and Leadership
EssentialSubstantive work in UK EM practice at senior decision maker levelAble to provide ED shop floor leadership and supervisionAble to provide senior EM clinical skills and leadership as described by the RCEM CurriculumEvidence of professional interests relevant to EM practiceExperience, commitment, and enthusiasm for teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate levelWillingness to teach all clinical staff including ACPs, paramedics, nurses, PAs, and ENPs. DesirablePostgraduate training in clinical education
Clinical Governance
EssentialExperience of EM clinical governance activityUnderstanding of patient safety and risk managementExperience of audit and quality improvementAbility to undertake EM relevant project work and liaise with specialties. DesirableEvidence of a service improvement activityEvidence of strategic work e.g., contribution to planning and policy development
Professional Development and Research
EssentialCPD portfolio relevant to UK EM practiceAbility to undertake critical appraisal and support any departmental research activityDesirableEvidence of role in delivering CPDEvidence of research activity and EM relevant publications
Additional Requirements
EssentialA shared ethos values of the Health BoardFlexibility, personal integrity, and willingness to work cohesively in the ED team. Commitment to the importance of respect and dignity for all individualsHigh standards of verbal and written EnglishDesirableAble to attend hospital within 30 mins for on-call dutiesWelsh Speaker or willingness to learn Welsh
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
EssentialFull GMC Specialist Registration in Emergency Medicine or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of applicationFRCEMValid ATLS/ETC, ALS, APLS or equivalent provider statusDesirableSubspecialty training in Paediatrics or Prehospital EMInstructor Status in ALS, ATLS, APLS or equivalentOther relevant postgraduate qualifications e.g., DipIMCRCEM Level 1 accreditation in EM UltrasoundEvidence of shop floor supervision training e.g., RCEM ELSEsTraining in leadership and human factors
Experience and Leadership
EssentialSubstantive work in UK EM practice at senior decision maker levelAble to provide ED shop floor leadership and supervisionAble to provide senior EM clinical skills and leadership as described by the RCEM CurriculumEvidence of professional interests relevant to EM practiceExperience, commitment, and enthusiasm for teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate levelWillingness to teach all clinical staff including ACPs, paramedics, nurses, PAs, and ENPs. DesirablePostgraduate training in clinical education
Clinical Governance
EssentialExperience of EM clinical governance activityUnderstanding of patient safety and risk managementExperience of audit and quality improvementAbility to undertake EM relevant project work and liaise with specialties. DesirableEvidence of a service improvement activityEvidence of strategic work e.g., contribution to planning and policy development
Professional Development and Research
EssentialCPD portfolio relevant to UK EM practiceAbility to undertake critical appraisal and support any departmental research activityDesirableEvidence of role in delivering CPDEvidence of research activity and EM relevant publications
Additional Requirements
EssentialA shared ethos values of the Health BoardFlexibility, personal integrity, and willingness to work cohesively in the ED team.
Commitment to the importance of respect and dignity for all individualsHigh standards of verbal and written EnglishDesirableAble to attend hospital within 30 mins for on-call dutiesWelsh Speaker or willingness to learn WelshDisclosure 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. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameBetsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardAddressGlan Clwyd HospitalSarn LaneBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameBetsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardAddressGlan Clwyd HospitalSarn LaneBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
