Job summary Fixed Term Service Appointment Specialty Registrar ST5+ inVascular Surgery A Vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Service AppointmentSpecialty Registrar (Higher level ST5+ and above based at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board within the General Surgery Department for a Vascular Rotation .
This post is available from as soon as possible and is for 1 year.
Main duties of the job The Cardiff Regional Vascular Unit provides diagnosis and treatment for arterial, venous and lymphatic diseases (circulation and fluid carrying systems) Diagnosis and treatment of conditions caused by peripheral arterial insufficiency Risk factor modification and exercise programs.
Diagnosis and treatment of aneurismal disease.
Surgery for the prevention of stroke.
Endovascular treatments.
Varicose vein management.
Management of venous disorders.
Treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome.
Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis / facial flushing.
Diagnosis and treatment of Raynaud's phenomenon.
Diagnosis and treatment of lymphoedema.
In-hospital assessment of vascular conditions.
Treatment of vascular surgical emergencies.
About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.
Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
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.
Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification English Essential MBBS or equivalent Medical Qualification Completion of MRCS Validate log book documentation of surgical exposure to date Ability to prioritise clinical need Shows realistic Insight into Vascular Surgery and the personal demands to Surgery Awarness of own limitations and when to ask for help Desirable Achievements relevant to Vascular Surgery including elective or other experience Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, degrees, prizes awards Evidence of knowledge of the principles of audit and skills in audit