Consultant Anaesthetist (Airway, Radiology & Upper GI) in Wrexham

This is a full-time substantive post. The post is for ten sessions per week of which, typically, seven will be for direct clinical care (DCC) and three for supporting professional activity (SPA), as specified in the Welsh Consultant contract.

The post will have a commitment to Anaesthesia for theatre with a sub-speciality interest in Airway management, Radiology and Upper GI Anaesthesia. The remaining DCC sessions will be for General Anaesthesia, for a mix of elective lists which may include at least one fixed flexible session. This is open to negotiation depending on the interests of the successful candidate and the needs of the department. The seven DCC sessions equate to four (half day) Clinical Sessions and participation in the Consultant General/Obstetric on-call rota.

The on-call requirement for this post is to join the General Anaesthetic & Obstetric on-call rota. This is currently a 1:11 rota. Duties are to provide cover for emergency Anaesthesia for all surgical specialities including District General Hospital (DGH) level paediatrics. There is a separate Consultant on-call rota for Critical Care.

Your line manager will be the Lead Clinician of the Anaesthetics Department. You would be expected to contribute to Clinical and Educational activities within the department and assist in the supervision and teaching of the Departments Resident Doctors. To contribute to local Clinical Governance activities including Quality Improvement projects, Clinical Audit and Clinical Risk Initiatives. You will be expected to participate in an Annual Appraisal and work towards Revalidation as guided by the GMC. SPA time is allocated for this and the Health Board uses a computer-based system for the Appraisal process.

You will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service you will be expected to observe policies and procedures of the Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the profession where they involve clinical matters. You will be expected to pursue local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board. The Anaesthetic Department has a cohesive and supportive approach. Mentorship is available to those who wish it by trained members within the Department.

Betsi 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 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.

Candidates 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

• Qualifications
• Essential: Full GMC Specialist Registration in Anaesthetics or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application. FRCA or equivalent Diploma. Minimum of 7 years' experience in anaesthesia. Minimum of 1 year worked within NHS.
• Desirable: Additional degree or post-graduate qualification (MRCP, MD etc). Post-Graduate Prizes.
• Clinical Skills and Training
• Essential: Smooth progression through training consistent with personal circumstances. APLS, ALS and ATLS provider (or equivalent). Completion of stage 3 anaesthetic training.
• Desirable: Relevant medical experience outside anaesthesia. SIA in upper GI surgery, airway and sedation.
• Teaching Experience
• Essential: Evidence of achieving GMC standards to be recognised as a clinical supervisor. Active regular participation in teaching and training of medical and para-medical colleagues.
• Desirable: Evidence of achieving GMC standards to be recognised as an educational supervisor. Extensive/formal experience in medical education including regional teaching. Formal Educational Qualification. Life support course instructor.
• Clinical Governance
• Essential: Active consistent engagement with clinical audit. Regular commitment to continuing and relevant medical education. Evidence of reflective practice. Clear understanding of NHS management structures.
• Desirable: Evidence of implementing change to improve patient care. Evidence of leadership in anaesthesia. Significant involvement in clinical research. Presentations at regional and national meetings. Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Additional Requirements
• Essential: Good organisational skills. Commitment to team working. Leadership qualities. Good interpersonal skills. Excellent written and spoken English. Flexibility in a changing work environment. Caring and responsible attitude to colleagues. Be able to return to the hospital in 30 minutes in an emergency. Aligns own values with those of the Health Board.
• Desirable: Welsh speaker.