Job summary
- Main area
- Emergency Department
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- Permanent: Full time
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (40 hours)
- Job ref
- 050-CFEDC-0726
- Employer
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Glan Clwyd Hospital/ Wrexham Maelor Hospital
- Town
- Bodelwyddan
- Salary
- £56,925 - £80,730 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 20/09/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 05/10/2026
Employer heading
Clinical Fellow Emergency Department
NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
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.
Job overview
Applications are invited for Clinical Fellow posts within the Emergency Departments at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd and Wrexham Maelor Hospital, two of the major acute hospitals within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
These exciting roles offer the opportunity to gain broad and varied experience across Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine and inpatient services, while working within supportive and experienced multidisciplinary teams. The posts will include ward-based responsibilities alongside participation in the Emergency Department and Acute Medical Unit out-of-hours rotas.
Successful candidates will be supported in their professional development and will benefit from excellent clinical exposure across a wide range of acute presentations. Whether you are looking to build on your emergency medicine experience, strengthen your portfolio, or explore future career pathways, these posts provide an excellent foundation for career progression.
We are committed to flexible and inclusive working, and alternative contract arrangements can be discussed at interview.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
These posts are based across Ysbyty Glan Clwyd and Wrexham Maelor Hospital, providing opportunities to work within busy and dynamic Emergency Departments that deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
With approximately 60,000 attendances each year, our Emergency Departments offer a diverse case mix that will keep you clinically challenged while allowing you the time to provide compassionate, holistic care to your patients. As active Trauma Units within the regional Trauma Network, we deliver modern trauma care and play a key role in the management of seriously injured patients.
You will work alongside an experienced and supportive team of Consultants, SAS Doctors and junior medical staff, supported by a highly skilled nursing workforce and an expanding team of Advanced Nurse Practitioners. This collaborative environment provides excellent opportunities for learning, mentorship and professional growth.
The successful candidates will contribute to the delivery of high-quality clinical care while developing their skills in the assessment, investigation and management of emergency and acute medical presentations.
Working for our organisation
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, serving a population of approximately 700,000 people across North Wales. We are committed to delivering outstanding patient care while supporting our staff to achieve their full potential.
As part of the Health Board's strategic partnership with Bangor University and the North Wales School of Medicine, there are opportunities for individuals with an interest in teaching and research to contribute to medical education and academic development. Eligible candidates may also be considered for honorary academic recognition through the University's established processes.
Working in North Wales offers an exceptional quality of life, combining rewarding professional opportunities with easy access to stunning coastlines, mountains and outdoor activities, helping to support a healthy work-life balance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find a full job description and person specification within the additional documents within the vacancy.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS
- No specialist exam required
Eligibility
Essential criteria
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
Clinical skills
Desirable criteria
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement. Able to prioritise clinical need
- Shows aptitude for practical skills e.g. manual dexterity
Personal skills
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates awareness of developing situations
- Demonstrates awareness of developing situations
- Capacity to function under pressure
- Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and resiliance to cope with setbacks and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
- Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
- Capacity to work cooperatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and see patients as people
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Capacity to organise oneself & prioritise own work
- Demonstrates punctuality, preparation & self discipline
- Understands importance of information technology
Career progression and courses
Essential criteria
- Ability to provide a complete employment history
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of period of training
- At least 12 months experience at FY1 and FY2 level
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of experience in emergency medicine, acute medicine or surgery
- Successful completion of 1 of the 3 UK advanced life support provider training courses (ALS, ATLS and APLS) or equivalent courses
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
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Emma Morris
- Job title
- Senior Recruitment Officer
- Email address
- [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Block 14
Glan Clwyd Hospital
Bodelwyddan
LL18 5UJ
- Telephone
- 03000 855681
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