Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the friendly & supportive Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) team at Ysbyty Gwynedd. This post is particularly suitable for doctors experienced in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, who are looking for more experience aiming to enter specialist training or to support CESR, and who will provide clinical experience on the second on call tier. The post holder will be supported by, and work in conjunction with, the Consultants in O&G, working alongside the other second on call doctors, junior medical team and nursing & midwifery colleagues. There is on-call commitment on the second on call rota, so a minimum of 3 years O&G experience is required, with minimum 6 months clinical experience in the NHS.
Main duties of the job
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in North Wales. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspect of work including outpatient clinic sessions in obstetrics and gynaecology, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists in addition to the on-call rota. The rota frequency and work pattern out of hours is reviewed on a regular basis and changes may be necessary in future to adapt to changes in the department.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in North Wales. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspect of work including outpatient clinic sessions in obstetrics and gynaecology, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists in addition to the on-call rota. The rota frequency and work pattern out of hours is reviewed on a regular basis and changes may be necessary in future to adapt to changes in the department.
Please see detailed information on Job Description.
Person specification
Academic
Essential
- Participation in Clinical audit/Quality Improvement activity
Desirable
- Publication in Peer Reviewed journals
Experience
Essential
- Competence in managing emergency Obstetrics and Gynaecology cases as second on call with non-resident consultant cover
Desirable
- Experience of participation in research activity including recruitment, consenting or laboratory based research
Management
Essential
- Understanding of NHS management structure.
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects or staff rota.
- Attendance at management course
Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent qualification
- MRCOG part 1
- Should have at least six months of experience working as second on call in the UK.
Desirable
- ATSM in Labour Ward/Advance Antenatal practice/Benign gynaecology
- GCP training
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Willingness and ability to work with minimal direct supervision
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively
Desirable
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively eg. Report-writing, guidelines/protocols.
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This advert is for Speciality Doctor Obstetrics and Gynaecology with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Bangor, North Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Obstetrics and Gynaecology role. The advertised salary is £62,117 - £99,216 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Aug 2026.
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