Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for junior doctors to join the Tier 1 neonatal team. Successful applicants will gain experience in our brand new sub-regional neonatal intensive care centre (SuRNICC) in North Wales. The £18million unit has now opened and is based at Glan Clwyd Hospital in the centre of North Wales near St Asaph. The unit consists of 5 intensive care cots, 5 HDU cots and nine special care cots. The birth rate in North Wales currently stands around 7500 births a year and the network cares for all babies born at 26 weeks and above. 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 titles and help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health. Main duties of the job Tier 1 post (SHO equivalent) in Neonatal Medicine Paediatric Department, Glan Clwyd Hospital, North Wales We are a busy and enthusiastic department, with a clear emphasis on delivering top quality care to our local children. The department has a long-standing reputation for providing excellent training for junior staff and successful candidates can expect wide ranging educational support and an emphasis on personal development. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities Please find a full job description and person specification attached to the additional documents section of the post. Person specification qualification Essential Criteria MB BS (or equivalent). Registration with the GMC. evidence of training progression Desirable criteria additional qualifications APLS / NLS experience Essential criteria Completed foundation program (or equivalent outside the UK). Desirable criteria Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Knowledge Essential Criteria Evidence of understanding and knowledge of specialty. clinical Skills Essential criteria Competent in history taking and examination skills. Competent in basic life support and resuscitation skills. Communication Skills Essential criteria Fluent in English. Good Communication skills, both oral and written. Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team. personal qualities Essential Criteria Good organisational skills and time management Able to function successfully under pressure. other Requirements Essential criteria Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate. Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including weekend working and night shifts. Prepared to be flexible in working patterns. An understanding of the principles of Clinical Audit. Desirable criteria Demonstrate some experience in teaching undergraduates. Computer literate (Microsoft Word/Excel/Access or equivalent). Completed an audit project.