Locum Consultant in Urology

Join to apply for the Locum Consultant in Urology role at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Be among the first 25 applicants. Applications are invited for an enthusiastic Locum Consultant Urology Surgeon. Special Interest HOLEP Surgery, would be advantageous, to join their team of 11 Urology consultants, 4 Specialist Registrars, 2 senior clinical fellows. The Urology Directorate provides services for the population of Gwent and South Powys (649,000), centralised at the Royal Gwent Hospital. On Call is also provided at Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran, non resident. The Urology Department offers outpatient, diagnostic and administrative services from a dedicated department, which is adjacent to the Urology wards and emergency assessment unit. The main radiology department is in close proximity as is the urology day case unit, and urology theatres. From April 2024 we will also be able to offer robotic surgery, which will be situated in the main theatre suite. The Department has an excellent reputation for expertise in the management of urological cancer, laparoscopic surgery, female urology and urinary stone disease. Robotic surgery became available in June 2024. Our services have been developed with the dedicated support of nurse practitioners who are an integral part in the management of patients with urological cancer and benign urological conditions. The post holder’s time job plan will include outpatient clinics, surgical sessions, administrative duties and provision of care for inpatient, day case and emergency admission. The post holder will be responsible for providing clinical outcomes for patients under their management and continuing responsibility for patients in their care, in liaison with advanced nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, Consultant colleagues, junior clinical team, patients and families. Supervision of junior members of the clinical team will also be required. To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements within the parameters of the Divisions and Health Boards agreed objectives. To maintain and develop sub‑speciality interests that complement those of the current team. Key Responsibilities Ensure the provision of a first‑class clinical service. Provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the speciality. Sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriate. Undertake all work in accordance with the Health Board’s procedures and operating policies. Conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Divisions and Health Board’s service plans. Maintain confidence in business plans and development strategies formulated for the speciality, the Scheduled Care Division or the Health Board. Benefits and Development We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in‑house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work‑life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world‑class healthcare service fit for the future. Regulated Activity and Checks This position involves regulated activity with children and adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer: Enhanced check with barred list information, including an adults and children’s barred list check. Applicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC. Candidates for Consultant posts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR (CP) date within 6 months of interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr