About this role
Job summary
To ensure high quality and safe care of acutely unwell people admitted to our respiratory wards.
To contribute to the care of patients on our specialty wards and any medical outliers.
Successful candidate will be expected to provide high quality care with the support of the ward team to ensure excellent clinical outcome. There will be opportunities, where possible, to participate in delivery of subspecialty respiratory medicine.
To undertake essential administrative duties, including prescribing, writing electronic discharge letters, and liaising with colleagues in primary care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working with COTE consultants and will be responsible for daily review of the patients admitted under the Consultant in designated ward and in outlying ward.
Candidate is expected to be on the medical on call rota and will be involved in management of acutely unwell general medical patients admitted through A&E and AMU under supervision of medical Consultant.
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
Finally, the post holder is expected to:
Observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations
Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff
Be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice - On the GMC Specialist Register for General and Geriatric Medicine or equivalent (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP) date within 6 months of interview - MRCP(UK) or equivalent - Valid Certified Basic Life Support Skills (or equivalent international qualification) Advanced Life Support Skills Evidence of working effectively as part of a MDT team
Desirable
Experience of NHS, wider experience Teaching and training of post/under graduate medical staff Further relevant degree/diploma/teaching qualification
Experience Essential
Flexible and adaptable to completing demands Successful Completion of 2 years of core medical training or equivalent experience
Desirable
Ability to speak welsh or willingness to learn Up to date with current practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Royal Gwent Hospital
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP20 2UB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)