Senior Psychiatric Consultant

3 weeks ago

Radlett, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

**COMPENSATION PACKAGE (terms and conditions apply)**

**Relocation assistance available**

**Opportunities for flexible work arrangements, with potential for additional professional activities to enhance service delivery and clinical leadership**

This is an exceptional opportunity within our Trust, which has recently been recognized with an OUTSTANDING CQC RATING , distinguishing us as one of the few mental health and learning disabilities NHS trusts in England to achieve this level of excellence.

Our core values drive our mission. If you embody Respect, Kindness, and a Positive outlook, you will thrive in our environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Psychiatric Consultant specializing in Community Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders, your role will involve providing comprehensive assessments, management, and expert consultation for complex mental health issues within a multidisciplinary framework. You will be expected to lead clinical discussions and contribute to safeguarding assessments. The role entails direct engagement with families and young individuals referred to your care, alongside participation in annual evaluations of medical responsibilities.

Maintaining relevant professional registrations, including Section 12, Approved Clinician, and Responsible Clinician status, is essential.

About Our Organization

What We Offer

  • Mentorship for new Consultants
  • Access to Leadership, Teaching, Education, and Research initiatives
  • Utilization of a Simulation Training Facility
  • Connection to a large network of high-caliber Consultants
  • 30 days of study leave over a three-year period
  • Annual study leave budget of £800 per individual
  • Strong commitment to Learning and Development
  • Innovative electronic patient record system (PARIS) and advanced IT resources to enhance work efficiency
  • Flexible working options
  • Comprehensive staff benefits
  • Health and wellbeing support initiatives
  • Generous relocation assistance available (subject to terms and conditions)

Our Health Hub is dedicated to promoting staff health and wellbeing across the Trust, encouraging a balanced approach to work and personal health. This includes:

  • Workshops, challenges, and social events throughout the year
  • Confidential forums for discussing the emotional impacts of work
  • An equality and diversity staff network providing support
  • Mindfulness sessions
  • Mini health assessments
  • 24/7 confidential counseling services

Job Duties

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Delivering the psychiatric services component of the CAMHS tier 3 program for individuals under 18 within the Eating Disorder CAMHS Team.
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary staff to assess mental health states, formulate diagnoses, and monitor associated risks.
  • Conducting referral meetings and case reviews as necessary.
  • Partnering with the MDT to develop innovative treatment strategies.
  • Supporting the establishment of internal clinical pathways.
  • Providing expert consultation and support to professionals within the young person's broader network and family.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications

  • MRCPsych or equivalent
  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • Section 12 Approved
  • Completion of relevant Specialist Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Psychiatry of Learning Disability (or within 6 months)

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Section 12 Approval / Approved Clinician Status (candidates from abroad may apply for this within 3 months of commencing the role)
  • Extensive experience in psychiatric practice and psychological therapies.
  • Proven skills in assessing and treating children and adolescents with eating disorders and complex mental health challenges.
  • Ability to work collaboratively to achieve common objectives.
  • Previous experience in a child and adolescent service.
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Safeguarding in child and adolescent mental health.
  • Prior leadership and management experience in a child and adolescent service.

Desirable

  • Formal training in management and administration
  • Participation in research and publication of original work in peer-reviewed journals.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Capacity to establish and maintain professional relationships with young individuals.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new skills required for the position.
  • Clear thinking and effective communication skills.
  • Ability to assess clinical information and provide tailored, concise feedback for diverse audiences.
  • Effective collaboration and communication with colleagues.

Desirable

  • Openness to learning and developing new skills as needed.

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Valid driver's license (unless exempt due to a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995)

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