Specialty Doctor - General Medicine

NHS; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wales is seeking a Specialty Doctor in General Medicine based in Withybush General Hospital. This full-time position offers a fixed term for 12 months and includes on-call duties. Applicants must have full GMC registration, substantial postgraduate training, and experience in general medicine. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of full-time postgraduate training.
• At least 2 years in a relevant specialty training programme.
• Wider experience and additional clinical qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join the medical on-call team at Withybush General Hospital.
• Provide general medical services and support specialty training.
• Participate in clinical audits and multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Team approach and multi-disciplinary working

Broad based experience in General Medicine

Knowledge of UK hospital systems

Experience in emergency assessments

Education

MBBS or recognised equivalent

Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice

MRCP Level 2 or full membership

Valid Certified Advanced Life Support Skills

Job description

Job summary

We have two posts available:

1 full time post (10 Sessions) fixed term for 12 months.

1 par time post (5 Sessions) fixed term until 26th February 2026.

Applicants are invited to apply for a Specialty Doctor post in General Medicine based in Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest. You will be part of the medical on-call team and you will be supported and encouraged to develop a specialist interest in an area in medicine.

These posts will join colleagues in a dynamic general medicine service within the Health Board in delivering and supporting the Welsh Government's vision for NHS Wales. In addition to the established team we are also committed to continue expanding this team with more resident grade doctors.

This is an ideal opportunity for those wishing to enter a specialty training programme but need some more time/experience, those working towards MRCP/CESR (you will be supported to complete these) or those who have decided to enter a non-training post.

Main duties of the job

Doctors wishing to apply for this post must have full registration with the General Medical Council and shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two years of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.

The Postgraduate Department in Withybush General Hospital has a fully developed programme of guest lectures and lunchtime meetings, including special interest groups and co-ordinated intra-practice activities and career counselling. The library offers a wide ranging book collection, with interlibrary lending network, excellent IT facilities, audio-visual and conferencing equipment.

Withybush General Hospital is a busy regional hospital providing general services for West Wales (General Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics included). The acute medical intake is mainly unselected and the post holder would be expected to equally share emergency medical admissions with general medical colleagues from all disciplines (Geriatrics, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory). Renal and Neurology support are regional services provided by Swansea hospitals. The hospital includes a large ACCU facility run by Consultant Intensive Care staff who work closely with medical colleagues.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest.

Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire.

Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings.

47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers.

Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services.

Details Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£62,117 to £99,216 a year On call rota work

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

100-MED-WGH-191-C

Job locations

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ

Job description Job responsibilities

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification

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Job description Job responsibilities

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification

https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

https://youtu.be/fp100QsjygM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

https://youtu.be/mETORurxSBU

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
• Valid Certified Advanced Life Support Skills
• 4 years full-time postgraduate training (or part-time equivalent), at least 2 of which in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty
• MBBS or recognised equivalent
• MRCP Level 2 or full membership

Clinical Experience Essential

• Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
• Broad based experience in General Medicine
• Knowledge of UK hospital systems (or equivalent)
• Experience of the assessment of emergencies

Desirable

• Experience of NHS
• Wider experience, research and training in providing sub specialty service
• Additional clinical qualification(s)

Clinical Governance Essential

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
• Valid Certified Advanced Life Support Skills
• 4 years full-time postgraduate training (or part-time equivalent), at least 2 of which in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty
• MBBS or recognised equivalent
• MRCP Level 2 or full membership

Clinical Experience Essential

• Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
• Broad based experience in General Medicine
• Knowledge of UK hospital systems (or equivalent)
• Experience of the assessment of emergencies

Desirable

• Experience of NHS
• Wider experience, research and training in providing sub specialty service
• Additional clinical qualification(s)

Clinical Governance Essential

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)