Specialty Doctor in Anaesthetics

We are recruiting enthusiastic and committed Specialty Doctors in Anaesthetics to support anaesthetic and critical care services at Glangwili General Hospital and Prince Philip Hospital in Carmarthenshire. These permanent posts include work across theatres and critical care areas, with participation in the on‑call rota.

Our Health Board is focused on delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care, and Specialty Doctors play an integral role in the development and delivery of Anaesthetic and Critical Care services across the organisation.

Both Glangwili and Prince Philip are busy, well‑established district general hospitals with supportive, multidisciplinary teams and a diverse workforce. The hospitals are located in an area known for its outstanding natural environment, coastal access, and national parks.

The Health Board is committed to promoting work‑life balance, career progression, and ongoing professional development. Successful applicants will benefit from excellent working conditions and the opportunity to develop their clinical skills within a friendly and collaborative environment.

West Wales offers a high quality of life, with easy access to outdoor activities, good schools, and comparatively low living costs. Urban centres such as Swansea and Cardiff are within reach, and the region has strong road and rail links to major UK cities and airports.

We welcome applications from UK‑based and international candidates. Pre‑interview visits are encouraged, and virtual discussions via Microsoft Teams can be arranged for overseas applicants.

Please review the person specification carefully and ensure you meet the essential criteria before applying.

• Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth
• Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen
• Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli
• Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthen
• Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion
• Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Aberaeron and Cardigan integrated care centres in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices)
• Dental practices (including four orthodontic)
• 97 community pharmacies
• 43 general ophthalmic practices
• 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales.

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in‑hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.