Senior Clinical Fellow in Gastroenterology

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Penrhos Garnedd; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board in Wales is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow for a fixed term position until August 2026. Based in a rural hospital, the successful candidate will join a dynamic team providing high-quality healthcare. Responsibilities include ward coverage and participation in clinical activities. Registration with the GMC is essential, and Welsh language skills are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Registration with the General Medical Council is required.
• Welsh language skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide ward cover as part of a busy clinical team.
• Participate in twice weekly endoscopy lists and outpatient clinics.
• Engage in administrative and professional activities during protected time.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills in Welsh and English

Education

GMC registration and licence to practise

Job description

Overview

The Health Board wishes to appoint a fixed term Senior Clinical Fellow to join the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), the largest Health Board in Wales, until 4 August 2026. This 12-month post (extendable if required) will be based in a well-supported environment within a friendly rural district general hospital, covering a rural area the size of Greater London. There are unique challenges in delivering high quality health care to this diverse population, and we are seeking a highly motivated team player to join a dynamic team of doctors, nurses and allied health professionals.

Bangor Hospital is located between Snowdonia National Park and the coastline of Anglesey, offering access to outdoor activities while being within easy reach of Chester/M6 and London by train.

Responsibilities

• Provide ward cover as part of a busy clinical team.
• Access to twice weekly endoscopy lists and outpatient clinics.
• Weekly protected time for administrative and professional activities.
• This role is suitable for those gaining experience before applying for specialist training.

Qualifications and requirements

• To practice medicine in the UK you must hold GMC registration and a licence to practise.
• These posts do not have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and are not recognised for training, but appropriate educational supervision will be provided.
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; applications from Welsh and/or English speakers are welcome.

Context and environment

The largest health organisation in Wales, BCUHB provides primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. The organisation supports engagement with leadership at all levels and is committed to equality and diversity, including participation in the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Additional information

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive recruitment-related correspondence via the email address registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; Welsh applications will not be treated less favourably than English ones.