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Job summary

Main area
General Practitioner
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Salaried GP
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 8 hours per week (2 sessions)
Job ref
100-MED-GP-118
Employer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Prince Philip Hospital
Town
Llanelli
Salary
£123,573 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
06/09/2026 23:59

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Rapid Diagnostics Clinic (RDC) General Practitioner

NHS Medical & Dental: Salaried GP

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

If you are registered Health Care professional considering relocating to the Hywel Dda area in West Wales please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via [email protected]

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Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.


The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Rapid Diagnostic Clinic (RDC) General Practitioner  to join our innovative and patient-focused team at Hywel Dda University Health Board.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a key part in the assessment and management of patients presenting with non-specific but concerning symptoms that may indicate cancer or other serious conditions. Working within the Rapid Diagnostic Clinic pathway, you will provide expert clinical assessment, support timely diagnosis, and contribute to improving patient outcomes through earlier detection and streamlined care.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with primary care, secondary care, diagnostic services and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. In addition to direct clinical responsibilities, the role provides opportunities to influence service development, contribute to pathway improvement, support education and training, and help shape the future of cancer diagnostics across Hywel Dda.

Main duties of the job

The Rapid Diagnostic Clinic (RDC) General Practitioner  will play a pivotal role in improving the early identification and diagnosis of cancer and other serious conditions. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will assess patients presenting with non-specific but concerning symptoms, support timely access to appropriate investigations, and guide patients through the diagnostic pathway.

The successful candidate will provide expert clinical opinion, make informed diagnostic and management decisions, and work closely with GPs, hospital specialists, diagnostic services and cancer teams to ensure patients receive coordinated, high-quality care. They will help patients navigate what can be an anxious period of uncertainty, ensuring care remains compassionate, person-centred and responsive to individual needs. 

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the post holder will contribute to the ongoing development of the Rapid Diagnostic Clinic service, helping to identify opportunities for improvement, enhance pathways, and support the delivery of national and Health Board priorities for earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes. They will use data, audit and quality improvement methodologies to support service performance and effectiveness. 

Working for our organisation

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 with 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 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for a GP who is passionate about improving diagnostic pathways, demonstrates strong clinical leadership skills, and is committed to delivering excellent patient-centred care. The ability to work autonomously whilst building strong relationships across organisational boundaries is essential.

By joining us, you will become part of a Health Board that is committed to innovation, service transformation and continuous professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for a GP seeking to develop a portfolio role while making a significant contribution to earlier diagnosis, improved patient experience and better health outcomes for the population of West Wales.

The role will also involve providing clinical leadership within the service, supporting education and learning across professional groups, and promoting evidence-based practice. The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues across primary and secondary care, helping to strengthen relationships and develop innovative approaches to cancer diagnostics and patient care 

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to build positive working relationships across teams and organisations, demonstrate leadership and initiative, and thrive in a role that combines clinical practice with service improvement and transformation 

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about improving diagnostic pathways, reducing delays in diagnosis, and making a meaningful difference to the experience and outcomes of patients across Hywel Dda.

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

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.  In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. 

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. 

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Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • • Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council, and entry on the GP Register
  • • MRCGP
  • • 5 years’ experience as a fully qualified GP
  • • Evidence of continuous professional development and engagement with annual Welsh HEIW MARS appraisals
Desirable criteria
  • • Additional Experience and/or higher qualification(s) in General Medicine and Diagnostics
  • • MRCP
  • • Inclusion on the All-Wales Medical Performers List or eligible
  • • Conducting sessions in a General Practice Setting

Clinical Experience

Essential criteria
  • • Broad based experience within the specialty area
  • • Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post
  • • Experience of leading a team
Desirable criteria
  • • Previous experience working in the UK or NHS

Teaching

Essential criteria
  • • Ability to critically assess learning requirements for self and others
  • • Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups
  • • Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff
Desirable criteria
  • • Teaching qualification

Research and Scholarship

Essential criteria
  • • Demonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area
  • • Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice
  • • Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately
  • • Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way
Desirable criteria
  • • Active participation in research

Clinical Governance

Essential criteria
  • • Understanding of the role of Clinical Governance
  • • Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
  • • Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process
Desirable criteria
  • • Knowledge of risk management

Safeguarding

Essential criteria
  • • Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility
  • • Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation

Other

Desirable criteria
  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Skills and Attributes

Essential criteria
  • • Ability to work autonomously and be responsible for actions
  • • Ability to work flexibly
  • • Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure
  • • Undertake responsibility for leading and supervising a team.
  • • Excellent interpersonal skills and team-working skills.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyCymraegDisability confident employerStep into healthCarer Confident (With Welsh translation)Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldCore principlesStonewall 2023 Bronze

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Ceri Wisdom
Job title
Service Delivery Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07929832696
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