Clinical Research Fellow in Peri-Operative Medicine

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Penarth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow in Anaesthesia. The successful candidate will engage in perioperative medicine and participate in various administrative and clinical functions while contributing to teaching and research activities. This full-time role offers a supportive environment and excellent staff benefits.

Benefits

Onsite day nursery

Holiday play scheme

Onsite staff club with indoor swimming pool

Fully equipped gym

Badminton and squash courts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of anaesthetic practice.
• Minimum 12 months experience in Anaesthesia in the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing research, teaching and audit programmes.
• Participate in the clinical governance of the Department.

Skills

Written and spoken English

Knowledge of current medical practices

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Current GMC certificate

Job description

The successful post holder will be expected to actively participate in developing research, teaching and audit programmes and taking an active part in the clinical governance requirements of the Department.

The post holder will also be required to participate in an our-of-hours 1:7 on-call rota.

Main duties of the job

CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY LOCAL HEALTH BOARD

Clinical Research Fellow in Anaesthesia

Applications are invited from anaesthesia staff-in-training (CT3+) or CCT holders in Anaesthetics for a full-time Clinical Fellow post in Perioperative Medicine.

There are 3 posts available please see below the start dates:-

2 x CRF posts that will start on 6th August 2025 for one year in the first instance.

1 x CRF post that will start on 4th February 2025 for one year in the first instance

Excellent staff benefits including onsite day nursery and holiday play scheme, onsite staff club including indoor heated swimming pool, fully equipped gym, and badminton and squash courts.

Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board is situated in a vibrant easily accessible part of Wales which combines the best of City life, coast and countryside all within easy reach.The attractive Welsh coastline and Brecon Beacons National Park are also a convenient day trip away.

A Disclosure Check will be required of the successful candidates.

Further information is available from Dr Leanne Rees, Clinical Director

E-mail: [e-mail]

In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.

Application Forms will not be accepted after the final closing date.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Current GMC certificate
• Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course (state higher qualifications if applicable)

Desirable

• Intercalated Degree
• MSc or PHD
• Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions)

Previous Experience
Essential

• Primary FRCA and holder of intermediate level training certificate by appointment
• At least 2 years of anaesthetic practice
• Minimum of 12 months experience of working within Anaesthesia in the NHS

Skills, Knowledge & Ability
Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communications about medical topics with both patients and colleagues
• Up to date with current medical practices

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Proven and consistent evidence of interest in teaching
• Experience in Simulation Education

Attitude, Aptitudes & Personal Characteristics
Essential

• Motivated and efficient
• Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
• Flexible, caring and hardworking
• Ability to work as part of a team

Special Interests
Desirable

• Interest in Human Factors

Other Requirements
Essential

• Resident when on-call
• Satisfactory Immigration status for length of contract
• Satisfactory Health Clearance
• Satisfactory Police Clearance

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

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