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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow to join our team of Consultants and SAS doctors responsible for the provision of anaesthetics at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB). The post is based at Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil but the post holder will be required to work across other acute hospitals should the need arise.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a secondment / employment break.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Clinical Fellow is an important member of the department. The post holder will be encouraged to be involved in teaching, audit, research and QI projects. The successful post holder will have a good blend of independence and support from the consultant body.
The post holder will participate in a 1:8 full shift rota pattern with prospective cover. This rota covers Obstetrics out of hours and a wide range of sub-specialty elective work during the normal working day. In order to be considered applicants must have at least three years experience in Anaesthetics including a minimum of six months experience in Obstetrics. Applicants must have also passed the Primary FRCA or equivalent.
These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the detailed job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years post graduate training in Anaesthesia to include a minimum of 6 months in Obstetric Anaesthesia
Desirable
- Experience of working in the UK
Audit Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment to the audit process
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice and eligible to work in the UK
- ALS certified
- Primary FRCA
Desirable
- ATLS qualified
- APLS qualified
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to work unsupervised during unsocible hours
Personality Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
Risk Management Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of risk management
Desirable
- Experience of incident reporting and investigations
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow in Anaesthetics with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Anaesthesia and Intensive Care role. The advertised salary is £47,946 - £74,328 per annum. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term up to 12 months to cover a Secondment). The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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