Lead Consultant

4 weeks ago


Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time
Job Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to support the Associate Medical Director in developing innovative models of care and operational models for transforming forensic mental health services across Greater Manchester.

Main Responsibilities
  • Provide medical leadership for multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward.
  • Support ward-based staff in managing psychiatric emergencies.
  • Lead multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews, and multi-professional meetings.
  • Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance with the code of practice.
  • Renew and maintain Approved Clinician status according to agreed procedures.
  • Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes.
  • Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team.
  • Maintain effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service.
About Us

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 members of staff, delivering services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, as well as specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Greater Manchester is a vibrant and exciting place to live and work, offering a great northern welcome and a wide range of opportunities for learning and development.

Person Specification
  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
  • Approved Clinician status or ability to achieve within 3 months.
  • Approved under S12 or ability to achieve within 3 months.

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