Job summary The Emergency Department (ED) at the Glan Clwyd District General Hospital has an annual attendance of approximately 58,000 patients, and sees the full range of presentations from major trauma, to complex medical presentations, critical illness, and paediatric emergencies. The ED has excellent support from and close working relationships with the inpatient medical, paediatric, critical care, radiology, and surgical specialty teams. Main duties of the job Specialty Doctor Emergency Department The duties of the Specialty Doctor in ED will be predominantly clinical. However there will be involvement in the teaching and support of junior staff. The specialty doctor will be expected to make a full contribution to clinical governance and audit for which one session is allowed subject to ongoing appraisal. The post holder will be supported in their professional development, will gain excellent clinical experience, and would be especially but not exclusively of interest to anyone considering undertaking Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR).If required further experience in the allied specialties such as Paediatrics, Critical Care, Acute Medicine etc. can be arranged. About us Applications are invited for the above post in the Emergency Department based at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. Additional sessions can be arranged at mutual convenience and scope exists for flexible working and individualised job planning subject to service needs. The appointment is subject to the national Terms and Conditions of service for Specialty Doctors. There will be a requirement to work a variety of shifts on the rota which compromise of day, afternoon, evening, twilight and night shifts. As part of the Health Board's strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University's process for granting honorary titlesand help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary Depending on experience per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-SDEDC-1224-A Job locations Glan Clwyd Hospital Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Job description Job responsibilities Specialty doctors also have full access to the services at the hospital post-graduate department including the lecture theatre programme and the hospital library and IT suite.Study leave of upto 10 days per year for specialty doctors will be provided and funded, and the hospital holds APLS, ALS and ATLS training courses.Specialty doctors must also maintain a record of CPD activities and support will be available to help with annual appraisal and revalidation requirements. Job description Job responsibilities Specialty doctors also have full access to the services at the hospital post-graduate department including the lecture theatre programme and the hospital library and IT suite.Study leave of upto 10 days per year for specialty doctors will be provided and funded, and the hospital holds APLS, ALS and ATLS training courses.Specialty doctors must also maintain a record of CPD activities and support will be available to help with annual appraisal and revalidation requirements. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MRCEM Desirable Two of the following Certificates APLS(or PALS) Provider ATLS Provider ALS Provider Health Essential Evidence that he / she is not infectious for Hepatitis B. Desirable Negative Hepatitis C result. Experience Essential One years experience in Emergency Medicine or General Medicine. Wide experience in dealing with acute medical emergencies and injuries. Desirable Experience of Leading a Trauma Team. Experience in Acute Paediatrics, ITU or Anaesthesia. Clinical Governance Essential Evidence of understanding of Clinical audit and Clinical Effectiveness activity. Desirable Experience of Clinical Risk Monitoring and Major Incident Readiness. Evidence of Interest in Trauma related Research. Personal Essential Prepared to live within 15 miles or 20mins by road from the hospital in normal traffic conditions. Prepared to be screened by N.Wales Police in connection with the Children's Act. Education and Training Essential Commitment to Training of Medical Staff, Nursing staff, Medical Students and Paramedic colleagues. Desirable Up to date CPD or training portfolio Communication Skills Essential Evidence of ability to communicate effectively in English with patients and Colleagues verbally and in writing. Desirable Welsh Speaker or a willingness to learn the Welsh language. Organisational Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to organise work effectively, take considered decisions whilst under pressure, And to make clear and concise documentation. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MRCEM Desirable Two of the following Certificates APLS(or PALS) Provider ATLS Provider ALS Provider Health Essential Evidence that he / she is not infectious for Hepatitis B. Desirable Negative Hepatitis C result. Experience Essential One years experience in Emergency Medicine or General Medicine. Wide experience in dealing with acute medical emergencies and injuries. Desirable Experience of Leading a Trauma Team. Experience in Acute Paediatrics, ITU or Anaesthesia. Clinical Governance Essential Evidence of understanding of Clinical audit and Clinical Effectiveness activity. Desirable Experience of Clinical Risk Monitoring and Major Incident Readiness. Evidence of Interest in Trauma related Research. Personal Essential Prepared to live within 15 miles or 20mins by road from the hospital in normal traffic conditions. Prepared to be screened by N.Wales Police in connection with the Children's Act. Education and Training Essential Commitment to Training of Medical Staff, Nursing staff, Medical Students and Paramedic colleagues. Desirable Up to date CPD or training portfolio Communication Skills Essential Evidence of ability to communicate effectively in English with patients and Colleagues verbally and in writing. Desirable Welsh Speaker or a willingness to learn the Welsh language. Organisational Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to organise work effectively, take considered decisions whilst under pressure, And to make clear and concise documentation. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Glan Clwyd Hospital Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)