Senior Psychiatric Consultant

3 weeks ago


Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time

Position Overview:

As a Senior Psychiatric Consultant, you will embody leadership within a dedicated team, consistently aiming for excellence. This role presents a unique chance to become part of a well-established medical team at Elysium Healthcare, where you can significantly impact the lives of women facing intricate mental health challenges.

Role Responsibilities:

In this capacity, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, and Social Work, to deliver comprehensive care and treatment for a select group of service users residing in individual apartments.

Your primary responsibilities will encompass:

  • Overseeing complex case management and developing tailored care plans to meet the unique needs of each service user.
  • Providing guidance on evidence-based treatment methodologies and their effectiveness.
  • Advising on psychiatric and medical matters within the unit as part of the Medical Directorate.
  • Administering the Mental Health Act, Clinical Policy, and Clinical Standards.
  • Engaging in collaborative efforts with care coordinators, families, and external agencies.
  • Contributing to the development and review of Directorate policies and procedures to comply with statutory requirements.
  • Ensuring all administrative duties related to patient care are fulfilled, including timely discharge summaries.
  • Maintaining professional registration with the General Medical Council and adhering to established codes of conduct.
  • Upholding Section 12(2) and approved clinician status.

On-Call Responsibilities:

The hospital operates a two-tier on-call system, with the post holder expected to participate in the second tier as the Responsible Clinician, providing coverage for colleagues during their absences.

Candidate Requirements:

To excel in this role, candidates should possess:

  • MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification.
  • Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
  • MRCPsych or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
  • The ability to independently manage the clinical care of patients.
  • Section 12(2) approval and Approved clinician status.
  • Experience in General Adult settings and a background in multidisciplinary teamwork.
  • Experience in acute inpatient or community settings, with a focus on risk assessment and management.

Work Environment:

At Elysium Healthcare, we provide a specialized apartment-based care model for women with complex mental health needs, prioritizing patient-centered approaches that challenge traditional hospital settings.

Benefits:

As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

  • A competitive annual salary.
  • 30 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays and a day off for your birthday.
  • A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) with employer contributions.
  • Life Assurance coverage.
  • An enhanced maternity package.
  • Complimentary meals during shifts.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Services.
  • Opportunities for career development and training.
  • Wellbeing support and activities.
  • Various voluntary benefits.
  • Medical indemnity coverage.
  • Flexibility to work in clinically led environments.

About Elysium Healthcare:

Elysium Healthcare is a reputable organization with a workforce exceeding 8,000 employees, known for its innovative approach to care delivery. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales, we specialize in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education, offering ample opportunities for professional growth.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices and prioritize the welfare of our service users. All candidates will undergo a DBS disclosure as part of our hiring process.



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