Opportunity to work alongside experienced specialist registrars and consultants, gaining valuable mentorship and training.
Exposure to a wide range of acute and long-term neurological conditions, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge.
Potential to develop personal interests or projects within a supportive department, tailored to the needs of the service.
Experience working in one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, benefitting from a robust network and diverse career opportunities.
Participation in an out-of-hours resident on-call rota, allowing for a balanced work-life structure with manageable hours.
Living and working in Cardiff, a vibrant city with rich cultural, sports, and recreational offerings, alongside beautiful countryside in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Contributing to the mission of 'Caring for People, Keeping People Well' within a forward-thinking organization focused on innovation and improvement.
The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a Full-Time Specialty Trainee (FTSA) in Neurosurgery at STRL level for a position starting on February 6, 2025, and concluding on August 5, 2025. The role involves working under consultant supervision alongside two current specialist registrars, managing the inpatient Neurosurgery ward, outpatient clinics, and participating in the out-of-hours resident on-call rota. The successful candidate will gain valuable exposure to a variety of neurological conditions while having opportunities for professional development and the ability to pursue personal interests within the department.
Applicants should have completed MRCP (part 2 and PACES) or an equivalent qualification, with prior experience in a neurology post being advantageous but not mandatory. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, a major integrated health provider in the UK, emphasises innovation, partnership, and excellence in patient care, serving a diverse population. The vibrant city of Cardiff and the scenic Vale of Glamorgan provide an appealing backdrop for work and lifestyle, making this an exciting opportunity for motivated candidates interested in advancing their careers in neurosurgery.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced specialist registrars and consultants, gaining valuable mentorship and training.
Exposure to a wide range of acute and long-term neurological conditions, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge.
Potential to develop personal interests or projects within a supportive department, tailored to the needs of the service.
Experience working in one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, benefitting from a robust network and diverse career opportunities.
Participation in an out-of-hours resident on-call rota, allowing for a balanced work-life structure with manageable hours.
Living and working in Cardiff, a vibrant city with rich cultural, sports, and recreational offerings, alongside beautiful countryside in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Contributing to the mission of 'Caring for People, Keeping People Well' within a forward-thinking organization focused on innovation and improvement.
A vacancy has arisen for a FTSA in Neurosurgery at STRL level within the department of Neurosurgery based at the University Hospital of Wales. The post is to commence on the 6th February 2025 until 5th August 2025
A vacancy has arisen for a FTSA in Neurosurgery at STRL level within the department of Neurosurgery based at the University Hospital of Wales. The post is to commence on the 6th February 2025 until 5th August 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate interested in a career in neurology to work at registrar training grade level in the Neurosurgery department Cardiff.
Main duties of the job will be alongside 2 current specialist registrars, under consultant supervision, managing the inpatient Neurosurgery ward and junior medical team, outpatient clinics and day unit, and be part of the out-of-hours resident on- call rota (evenings only till 9.30pm). The successful candidate will gain exposure to the full range of acute and long term neurological conditions and have training opportunities alongside the other registrars in the department, and to develop their own interests or projects within the needs of the department. Applicants need to have completed MRCP (part 2 and PACES), or equivalent; some previous experience in a neurology post would be an advantage but not essential.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Khalid Hamandi Job title: Consultant Neurologist Email address: Telephone number: 02920 743807