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Job overview
A vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Service Appointment post (FTSA) in Neurology at Registrar (STRH) level within the department of Neurology based at the University Hospital of Wales. The post is for a 6-month fixed term period (5th August 2026 to 2nd February 2027). This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate interested in a career in neurology to work at registrar training grade level in the neurosciences department Cardiff.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job will be working alongside current specialist registrars and internal medicine trainees, under consultant supervision, managing the inpatient neurology ward and junior medical team, outpatient clinics and day unit, and be part of the out-of-hours resident on- call rota (evenings only till 9.30pm and weekend days). The successful candidate will gain exposure to the full range of acute and long-term neurological conditions and have training opportunities alongside the other registrars in the department, and to develop their own interests or projects within the needs of the department. Applicants need to have completed MRCP (part 2 and PACES), or equivalent; some previous experience in a neurology post would be an advantage but not essential.
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
Experience
Essential
- Fulfils entry for IMT Training
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in Neurology
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PhD
- Academic Excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and interests relevant to specialty
- Values aligned to those of the Health Board
Desirable
- Audit
- Teaching
Attitude/Aptitude/Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
Desirable
- Ability to speak welsh
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This advert is for FTSA in Neurology STRH (ST3+ Registrar) Level with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Neurology role. The advertised salary is £56,925 - £64,170 Per Annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (English). The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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