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Job summary

Main area
STRH
Grade
STRH
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (English)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week (plus on calls)
Job ref
001-MP161.24-A
Employer
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
General Surgery Medical Staff
Town
Cardiff
Salary
pa
Closing
10/12/2024 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

FTSA STRH ST5+ Level in Vascular Surgery

STRH

Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together


 

Job overview

Fixed Term Service Appointment Specialty Registrar ST5+ in  Vascular Surgery

A Vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Service Appointment Specialty Registrar (Higher level ST5+ and above based  at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board within the General Surgery Department for a Vascular Rotation .

This post is available from  as soon as possible and is for 1 year.  

Main duties of the job

The Cardiff Regional Vascular Unit provides diagnosis and treatment for arterial, venous and lymphatic diseases (circulation and fluid carrying systems)

·         Diagnosis and treatment of conditions caused by peripheral arterial insufficiency

·         Risk factor modification and exercise programs.

·         Diagnosis and treatment of aneurismal disease.

·         Surgery for the prevention of stroke.

·         Endovascular treatments.

·         Varicose vein management.

·         Management of venous disorders.

·         Treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome.

·         Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis / facial flushing.

·         Diagnosis and treatment of Raynaud’s phenomenon.

·         Diagnosis and treatment of lymphoedema.

·         In-hospital assessment of vascular conditions.

·         Treatment of vascular surgical emergencies.

Working for our organisation

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.   Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

English

Essential criteria
  • MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification
  • Completion of MRCS
  • Validate log book documentation of surgical exposure to date
  • Ability to prioritise clinical need
  • Shows realistic Insight into Vascular Surgery and the personal demands to Surgery
  • Awarness of own limitations and when to ask for help
Desirable criteria
  • Achievements relevant to Vascular Surgery including elective or other experience
  • Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g degrees, prizes awards
  • Evidence of knowledge of the principles of audit and skills in audit

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this vacancy will close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please therefore complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Susan Hill
Job title
Consultant Vascular Surgeon
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02920 747747
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