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Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You need relevant experience, appropriate qualifications, and strong skills. Personal attributes like teamwork, adaptability, and communication are essential for success.
  • You will assist in emergency and elective general and GI surgeries, provide inpatient and outpatient care, and participate in teaching, research, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

  • Essential criteria
  • Experience
  • Qualifications
  • Skills & Abilities
  • Personal Attributes

Responsibilities

  • A named educational supervisor and clinical supervisors will be provided, and training opportunities will be equivalent to those available to our core surgical trainees in general surgery post on the All-Wales core surgical training scheme.
  • There will be opportunities to participate in teaching, research, audit and quality improvement, plus advice and support regarding development of a surgical portfolio and career guidance.
  • These posts will rotate around upper GI, colorectal and breast surgery for 4 months each for elective activities, with all on call activity based in the Grange University hospital for the full 12 months.
  • Clinically this post includes commitments to emergency and elective general and GI surgery, as well ongoing inpatient and outpatient care.
  • Team rotas within sub-specialties ensure equal access to training opportunities alongside higher surgical trainees, core surgical trainees and Foundation doctors.
  • Clinical commitments will be primarily in the Grange University Hospital, with elective commitments on other sites within the Health Board, including Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach and Nevill Hall Hospital in Abergavenny.
  • For this reason, post-holders will be expected to travel independently between sites; travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Health Board policy.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Junior Clinical Fellow position?

The position is for a fixed term period of 12 months, starting from August 2026.

Where will the Junior Clinical Fellow be based?

The post will be based at the Grange University Hospital in South East Wales.

Is this post suitable for junior doctors considering a career in surgery?

Yes, this post is suitable for junior doctors who are considering or seeking a career in a surgical specialty, as well as those wishing to gain experience prior to applying to other specialties.

Will there be opportunities for teaching and research?

Yes, there will be opportunities to participate in teaching, research, audit, and quality improvement during this fellowship.

Are clinical commitments solely at the Grange University Hospital?

While clinical commitments will primarily be at the Grange University Hospital, elective commitments may take place at other sites within the Health Board, including Royal Gwent Hospital, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, and Nevill Hall Hospital.

Will travel between different hospital sites be required?

Yes, post-holders will be expected to travel independently between various hospital sites, and travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Health Board policy.

What kind of training will be provided?

Comprehensive training opportunities will be equivalent to those available to core surgical trainees in general surgery, with a named educational supervisor and clinical supervisors provided.

How can applicants with disabilities or specific needs request support?

Applicants can discuss any adjustments or support they require directly with the recruiting manager or contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team for assistance.

Is flexible working supported by the Health Board?

Yes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working arrangements.

How are applicants notified about their application status?

Applicants will be contacted via the email account they used to apply, so it is important to check that account regularly.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers