About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Specialty Doctor in Gastroenterology at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and based at Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital, Bangor.
The post will be available from August 2026 on a full time (10 Sessions per week) permanent basis.
Sandwiched between Snowdonia National Park and the stunning coastline of Anglesey, the area is well known for its beautiful beaches, lakes and mountains and is popular for those seeking an outdoor lifestyle, or with interests in extreme/adrenaline-inducing sports.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the department for an informal chat.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to help support the gastrointestinal services; the inpatient care, outpatient clinic and endoscopy unit. The post holder will work on a 30 bedded Gastroenterology Ward.
Main duties will be to support the diagnostic GI service, including Open Access Gastroscopy, out-patient clinics and in-patients.
The successful candidate is expected to keep abreast of recent developments in the specialty, to participate and undertake audit and to attend all the postgraduate meetings held in the hospital. Planned research will be encouraged with the aim to continue the track record of successful submission to interventional conferences.
About us
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.
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.
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.
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 description Job responsibilities
For further information about the post and health board, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MRCP part 1 & 2 or equivalent Full registration with GMC ALS
Desirable
ATLS Postgraduate qualification in Gastroenterology
Knowledge Essential
Gastroenterology competencies to appropriate level Working towards PACES
Experience Essential
Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in Gastroenterology or as a fixed term specialty trainee
Desirable
Audit/Research
Skills Essential
General medical/endoscopy procedures appropriate to experience Write clear concise notes/clinical histories Supervisory skills
Desirable
Computer skills
Other relevant requirements Essential
Adaptability to changing needs of service Work in pressured environment Teach and train junior medical staff in General Medicine and Gastroenterology
Desirable
Able to travel between sites due to health board geography and attending clinics
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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address Ysbyty Gwynedd
Penrhosgarnedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)