Senior Psychiatric Consultant

3 months ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

Position Overview

Are you a dedicated and highly skilled professional, passionate about ensuring individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or autism receive exceptional, individualized care?

We are seeking a remarkable individual to spearhead our mission to provide outstanding support for individuals with learning disabilities and autism within our specialized acute mental health service and outreach team in the South West region. This role is integral to the transformation of the care pathway, aimed at empowering individuals to thrive in their communities.

The newly designed unit will commence operations in the near future, and the successful candidate will be expected to blend direct patient care with clinical leadership responsibilities. In the interim, we invite you to play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical framework in collaboration with individuals who have lived experiences.

You will be supported by a large, proficient, multi-disciplinary team, working collectively to establish a center of excellence and deliver exceptional care.

Key Responsibilities

The consultant will provide direct interventions tailored to the needs of service users.

This includes conducting psychiatric evaluations, formulating diagnoses, and developing treatment plans to address both mental and, when necessary, physical health requirements.

The consultant will collaborate closely with the unit's extensive multi-disciplinary team, participating in both scheduled and informal meetings related to patient care and the effective operation of the unit and outreach team.

Additionally, the consultant will engage with colleagues across the trust, as well as professionals in primary care, secondary care, the third sector, and social services as needed.

The consultant will share the Responsible Clinician role for the unit's inpatients with the unit's Medical Psychiatric Assessment Consultant (MPAC).

The Consultant will also take on a clinical supervisory role.

About Our Organization

We are Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust , a diverse organization with over 5,000 dedicated professionals delivering both inpatient and community-based mental health services. We cater to a wide population across various locations, ensuring that our outstanding team promotes mental health and well-being. Our commitment to a person-centered approach is paramount, as we believe that satisfied and engaged employees provide superior care.

Job Responsibilities

For comprehensive details regarding the roles and responsibilities associated with this position, please refer to the accompanying job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • Relevant Higher Degree (MD, PhD, MSc) or other additional clinical qualifications
  • MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Eligibility

Essential

  • Fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice at the time of appointment
  • Included on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCT
  • Approved clinician status or able to achieve within three months of appointment

Desirable

  • CCT in Psychiatry of Intellectual Disability

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in assessing and treating patients with Learning Disabilities in both inpatient and community settings.

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Effective time management and prioritization of clinical responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with patients, caregivers, and colleagues.
  • Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Competence in assessing and treating psychiatric conditions in adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of the management skills necessary for successful functioning as a Consultant.
  • Awareness of current government policies regarding Learning Disabilities.

Teaching

Essential

  • Commitment to and experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education and training.
  • Understanding of teaching principles.

Research and Audit

Essential

  • Involvement in research projects and publications.
  • Experience in conducting audit projects.

Management

Essential

  • Evidence of training in management and leadership skills.

Other

Essential

  • Ability to travel independently.

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