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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a substantive Consultant Gynae-Oncologist to join the team at University Hospital of Wales (UHW) due to the retirement of a valued Consultant.  This role offers a chance to work in one of the leading healthcare institutions in the UK, providing specialist gynaecological oncology services and contributing to the growth of a dynamic, forward-thinking department.

UHW is a leading tertiary referral centre known for its excellence in cancer care and research.  You will be part of a highly experienced team dedicated to delivering the best outcomes for patients.  This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of gynae-oncology while enjoying the benefits of living and working in the vibrant capital city of Cardiff.

You will be able to take advantage of the excellent Consultant contract for Wales.  The basic salary range for this post is £106,000 per annum to £154,760 per annum.

Applicants must ensure they provide names and contact details of referees covering at least the last 3 years of their employment/training history in full.  In addition, applicants who are currently or have most recently been employed as a substantive Consultant or as a Locum Consultant in post for more than 12 months must also provide the name of their Medical Director as an additional referee.

Join us in shaping the future of gynaecological oncology care at UHW!

Main duties of the job

You will join a team of three highly skilled and experienced Gynae-Oncology Consultants, providing comprehensive care for patients with gynaecological cancers.  The role will involve the full spectrum of gynaecological surgery, outpatient clinics, and active participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Key responsibilities will include: 

·       Delivering high quality clinical care to patients with gynaecological cancers

·       Performing complex oncological surgeries

·       Leading outpatient clinics and contributing to diagnostic pathways

·       Participating in MDT discussions and decision-making

·       Teaching and supervising junior medical staff, including registrars and medical students

·       Engaging in clinical research and contributing to ongoing developments in gynae-oncology

·       Participating in the on-call rota to ensure continuity of care for in-patients 

Although this post is full-time, consideration will be given to applicants who require flexible working arrangements. 

Applicants should either be on the Specialist Register or be a Specialist Registrar within six months of their expected date of receipt of a CCT / CESR(CP) at the time of interview.

Working for our organisation

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 “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together” 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.