Job overview
We are looking for a colleague who is keen to join our team delivering exceptional healthcare in a picturesque, rural setting. Our District General Hospital (DGH) offers a varied job plan with exposure to a diverse range of clinical cases. The role encompasses a broad spectrum of specialities including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, ENT, Urology, Gynae, Robotics, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Trauma.
We have a modern purpose-built Anaesthetic Department with excellent office and teaching facilities.
The Anaesthetic Department is currently fully engaged in the Royal College of Anaesthetists ‘Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation’ (ACSA) Programme, and is the first hospital in Wales to achieve accreditation.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be expected to:
- Contribute to clinical and educational activities within the directorate as determined by the Consultant and provide a high quality service to the local population.
- To assist in the supervision and teaching of trainees
- Participate in trainee teaching rota
- To contribute, to local clinical governance activities including clinical audit and clinical risk initiatives.
- Co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services.
- Travel as necessary between hospitals / clinics. A planned and cost-effective approach is expected
- Be capable of teaching novice anaesthetists in theatre
- Participate in regular Post Graduate sessions that currently take place in the Anaesthetic Department and the Hospital Education Centre.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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
Teaching
Essential
- Willing and able to teach trainees in theatre on attached lists
Desirable
- Willingness to participate in departmental teaching
- Proven ability in preparing and delivering teaching material
Experience
Essential
- Extensive range of Anaesthetic skills and knowledge through training post or equivalent
Desirable
- Consultant level experience
- Experience of working in the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Specialist Registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview.
- Final FRCA (or non UK equivalent)
- ALS
Desirable
- ATLS
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- General and regional anaesthesia for a range of surgical specialities to all age groups over the age of one Good interpersonal skills
- Good team leader and team member
- Ability to develop services
- Good communication skills
- Keen to develop clinical and other skills
- Computer skills
Desirable
- Obstetric anaesthesia
- Regional anaesthesia for upper limb surgeries
- Competent to transfer patients for specialist care
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Aligns own values with those of the Health Boards
- Ability to work with other disciplines, theatre staff and management
- Adaptability to changing needs of service
- Work in pressured environment
- Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh language
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This advert is for Consultant Anaesthetist with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Bangor, North Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Anaesthesia and Intensive Care role. The advertised salary is £114,099 - £166,585 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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