Consultant in Emergency Medicine

Posting date:	19 May 2026
Salary:	£114,099.00 to £166,585.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£114099.00 - £166585.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	14 June 2026
Location:	Hywel Dda University Health Board, SA31 2AF
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	H9100-26-0601

Summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking Emergency Medicine Consultants to join our teams at Withybush General Hospital (Haverfordwest) and Glangwili General Hospital (Carmarthen). Hywel Dda serves a population of approximately 385,000 people across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire, covering over a quarter of the landmass of Wales making it one of the most geographically extensive Health Boards in the UK. This is Emergency Medicine in its truest sense: high acuity decision making, clinical autonomy, strong consultant influence and meaningful impact on local communities. If you are a newly appointed CCT doctor we will support your transition into independent consultant practice through a strong induction, named consultant support, and the opportunity to develop a portfolio interest. The Roles These are substantive consultant posts, with job plans split across Withybush and Glangwili, offering flexibility to align roles with individual skills, interests and career goals. Newly appointed consultants will be supported through a strong induction, named consultant support and opportunities to develop portfolio interests. We are particularly keen to attract consultants with an interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, or those wishing to develop paediatrics as a specialist or portfolio area. There are also opportunities in education and simulation, service improvement, clinical leadership, and specialist interests such as trauma or pre hospital care, alongside regional and system level working. Emergency Medicine in Hywel Dda Our Emergency Departments serve diverse urban, rural and remote populations, including areas with significant seasonal tourism pressures and an ageing population with complex needs. Long travel distances mean senior decision making genuinely matters, creating a challenging but professionally rewarding environment where consultant presence has a real impact on patient care. Many colleagues describe this as Emergency Medicine with purpose, where leadership is visible and valued. Why Hywel Dda? We prioritise supportive, stable consultant teams, with a strong emphasis on kindness, collaboration and pragmatism. There are genuine opportunities to develop clinical, educational and leadership roles, alongside a clear commitment to worklife balance and wellbeing. Welsh speaking ability is welcomed but not essential. As a University Health Board, Hywel Dda also benefits from strong academic links and opportunities for teaching and professional development. Life in West Wales West Wales offers a compelling lifestyle advantage, with stunning coastline, beaches, national parks and excellent outdoor opportunities. Housing is more affordable, commutes are short and communities are strong, with good schools. Many consultants choose Hywel Dda as a long term career and lifestyle option, not a stepping stone. Who Should Apply We welcome applications from substantive Emergency Medicine Consultants, CESR (equivalence) candidates and senior doctors approaching consultant level readiness, who value teamwork and want to shape services rather than simply maintain rotas. Informal Enquiries Recruitment to West Wales works best through conversation. If you are remotely interested, we strongly encourage an informal discussion or visit. Vicky HughesClinical Lead for Emergency MedicineVicki.Hughes@wales.nhs.uk For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy. Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full. Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy: Hywel Dda 3 Counties - https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY Lifestyle in Wales - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s Virtual Tour - https://youtu.be/lN5pVFfxUSc Glangwili Hospital - https://youtu.be/4quFzdPAT3I Withybush Hospital Virtual Tour -https://youtu.be/mETORurxSBU