Job summaryBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board wishes to appoint a full-time substantive Consultant Vascular Surgeon to join the existing team of eight Consultant Vascular Surgeons who provide the service across North Wales.
The post is a combination of replacement and expansion, in part arising as a result of a move to increase provision of surgical services at our spoke sites.
The successful candidates will form part of a rota consisting of 1 week in 8 as Vascular Consultant of the Week (VCOW) and 1 night in 8 on call overnight.
As part of the recruitment process, applicants who are successful at shortlisting will be invited to attend a Stakeholder Interview and an Advisory Appointments Committee (AAC) Interview on 11th December 2026.Main duties of the jobClinical DutiesThe post holder will:work collaboratively with Consultant colleagues, as appropriate, to provide specialist services at the designated hospitals, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesshave continuing responsibility for the care of patients in liaison with Consultant colleagues and for the proper functioning of the department in line with the Operational Policy and Strategic Plan (as amended from time to time).be responsible for the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. If appropriate the post holder will be named in the contracts of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.be required to participate in continuing medical education in ways which are acceptable to the Educational Lead, Educational Director of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and the Chief Executive Officer.be required to participate in, and contribute to, Clinical Audit in line with the Health Board's policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.participate in the North Wales Vascular Network on-call rota.
In collaboration with consultant colleagues within the Network, prospective cover arrangements will be required during periods of planned leave.
About 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 three acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-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 posted16 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-VASC-1026Job locationsYsbyty Glan ClwydRhuddlan RoadBodelwyddanLL18 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.
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. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFull GMC Specialist Registration in a major surgical specialty e.g. Vascular Surgery, General Surgery or Cardiothoracic Surgery or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview. CESR/ Portfolio Pathway applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of applicationFRCS (Vascular) or equivalent qualificationAn appropriate higher Vascular Surgical qualificationDesirableMD or other higher degreeSpecialist Registration in Vascular Surgery
Experience
EssentialBroad training in Vascular SurgeryBroad Vascular Surgery experienceExperience in management of Vascular TraumaCommitment to participating in and understanding of the management processExperience of delivering postgraduate teachingDesirableFellowship in Vascular SurgeryExperience in EVAR, and other endovascular interventionsEvidence of management trainingExperience in leading a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and Abilities
EssentialCommitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary workingEvidence of teaching medical students and junior doctorsCounselling skillsUp-to-date with current practices in Vascular SurgeryEvidence of ability to work both in a team and aloneAbility to communicate effectively; written, oral and interpersonallyDesirableComputing skillsEvidence of ability to build working relationships with colleaguesOrganisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmes
Audit and Research
EssentialEvidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice. Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governanceActive research interestsDesirableEvidence of initiating, progressing, and concluding research projects with publication
Additional Requirements
EssentialAbility to travel to meet the needs of the serviceAbility to work flexibly in response to the changing needs of the serviceAbility to fulfil the duties of the postAligns own values with those of the Health BoardDesirableAbility to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFull GMC Specialist Registration in a major surgical specialty e.g. Vascular Surgery, General Surgery or Cardiothoracic Surgery or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview. CESR/ Portfolio Pathway applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of applicationFRCS (Vascular) or equivalent qualificationAn appropriate higher Vascular Surgical qualificationDesirableMD or other higher degreeSpecialist Registration in Vascular Surgery
Experience
EssentialBroad training in Vascular SurgeryBroad Vascular Surgery experienceExperience in management of Vascular TraumaCommitment to participating in and understanding of the management processExperience of delivering postgraduate teachingDesirableFellowship in Vascular SurgeryExperience in EVAR, and other endovascular interventionsEvidence of management trainingExperience in leading a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and Abilities
EssentialCommitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary workingEvidence of teaching medical students and junior doctorsCounselling skillsUp-to-date with current practices in Vascular SurgeryEvidence of ability to work both in a team and aloneAbility to communicate effectively; written, oral and interpersonallyDesirableComputing skillsEvidence of ability to build working relationships with colleaguesOrganisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmes
Audit and Research
EssentialEvidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice. Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governanceActive research interestsDesirableEvidence of initiating, progressing, and concluding research projects with publication
Additional Requirements
EssentialAbility to travel to meet the needs of the serviceAbility to work flexibly in response to the changing needs of the serviceAbility to fulfil the duties of the postAligns own values with those of the Health BoardDesirableAbility to speak Welsh or willingness to learnDisclosure 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 BoardAddressYsbyty Glan ClwydRhuddlan RoadBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameBetsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardAddressYsbyty Glan ClwydRhuddlan RoadBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Consultant Vascular Surgeon in Rhyl employer: National Health Service
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.
