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Job summary

Main area
Anaesthetics
Grade
Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia and Critical Care
Contract
12 months (fixed term - 12 months)
Hours
40 hours per week (Full time - 40 hours per week)
Job ref
050-CF-ACC-W-0626
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Town
Bangor
Salary
£47,946 - £62,831 gross per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/06/2026 23:59
Interview date
01/07/2026

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Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia and Critical Care

Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia and Critical Care

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

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

This popular Clinical Fellow post at Ysbyty Gwynedd offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience across Anaesthesia and Critical Care within a supportive and dynamic department, set in the unique environment of Snowdonia National Park.

The roles are based within the Anaesthetic Department, where fellows work alongside trainees and specialty doctors on a resident on-call rota. The posts are 12-month fixed-term positions, with a flexible job plan designed to balance service provision and professional development.

The successful candidate will undertake a varied programme of clinical work in both Anaesthesia and Critical Care. The exact balance of sessions will be tailored to the individual’s experience, interests, and service requirements.

There is also the opportunity to undertake sessions with the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru) and to gain experience with the North Wales Adult Critical Care Transfer Service (ACCTS-North), depending on availability and development needs.

Importantly, the roles are open to both experienced candidates and those new to these areas, with training and development opportunities available to support the successful applicant in building skills across clinical, pre-hospital, and mountain medicine practice.

Based in Bangor, North Wales, the post offers an exceptional setting to combine clinical practice with outdoor pursuits, making it ideal for those looking to develop their anaesthetic career.

Main duties of the job

This is a full time post with out of hour’s commitments. The job plan is negotiable, depending on individual’s interests and service requirements.

As an example a typical job plan will include:

·         On-call commitment in anaesthesia/critical care/obstetrics depending on the candidates competencies

·         Daytime clinical work including anaesthesia/critical care/obstetrics depending on the candidates competencies

·         Professional development and teaching built in to each of the above.

The appointment is subject to the national Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of service. On-call rota will be 1 in 8.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.

The current applicable pay scales are displayed above; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales.  Further details can be found here:

https://www.bma.org.uk/our-campaigns/resident-doctor-campaigns/pay-in-wales/contract-reform-for-resident-doctors-in-wales

 

Person specification

Knowledge/Qualification

Essential criteria
  • MBChB or equivalent
  • Full registration with GMC
  • ALS
Desirable criteria
  • FRCA
  • ATLS/APLS or similar
  • Ionising Radiation Certificate
  • Member MDU/MPS or similar

Skills and abilities

Essential criteria
  • Has achieved appropriate level of core competencies
  • Completion of Foundation Program
Desirable criteria
  • ITU and obstetric anaesthesia experience
  • Experience in paediatric anaesthesia
  • Appropriate levels of skills and abilities to provide anaesthesia for general emergencies for adults
  • Good working knowledge and experience of up-to-date anaesthetics

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Completion of Foundation Training Programme (or equivalent)
  • At least 2 years post-graduate experience
  • 12 months NHS experience
  • Evidence of interest in Quality Improvement.
Desirable criteria
  • Anaesthetic experience in a broad range of specialities.
  • Evidence of research relevant to Anaesthesia
  • At least six-months anaesthetic experience in a training post

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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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
Dr Nicola Boyer
Job title
Consultant Anaesthetist, RCoA College Tutor
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact us at the e-mails listed below. Site visits to the Anaesthetic and Critical Care units are welcome by pre-arrangement.  Dr Nikki Boyer (interests in Obstetrics, RCoA College Tutor) [email protected], Dr Emma Lloyd-Davies (interests in Education, Obstetrics & Rota Lead) [email protected].

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