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Senior Psychiatric Consultant

2 months ago


Devizes, Wiltshire, United Kingdom NHS Full time

We are looking for a Senior Psychiatric Consultant to become a vital part of our Community Mental Health team. This position has become available due to the transition of the previous consultant to a new role.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide direct care to clients, tailoring interventions to meet individual needs, particularly for those who may be challenging to engage. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting ongoing assessments, diagnoses, and treatment of both mental and physical health issues.
  • Offering medical guidance and leadership within the Community Mental Health Team, with a focus on patients from designated surgeries.
  • Collaborating with Multi-Disciplinary Teams, attending regular meetings to ensure cohesive care.
  • Managing outpatient assessments and treatments in clinic settings.
  • Facilitating Care Programme Approach (CPA) meetings for outpatients.
  • Visiting patients in their homes when clinically necessary.
  • Coordinating with other service areas, GPs, and external organizations as needed.
  • Ensuring smooth transitions for clients between intensive and inpatient services.
  • Assuming the Responsible Clinician role for patients under Community Treatment Orders.
About Our Organization

We are AWP (Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust), a diverse organization with over 5,000 dedicated professionals committed to providing comprehensive mental health care. We serve approximately 1.8 million individuals across various regions, ensuring high-quality, person-centered services.

Our team is dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being, recognizing that a satisfied workforce leads to better patient care.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, candidates should possess:

  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Relevant higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD, MSc) or additional clinical qualifications.
  • MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
  • Full registration with the GMC and a license to practice.
  • Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining CCT.
  • Approved clinician status or the ability to achieve it within three months of appointment.
  • Approved under S12 or able to achieve within three months of appointment.
  • CCT in General Adult Psychiatry.
Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Leadership capabilities and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize clinical responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and colleagues.
Clinical Expertise

Applicants should have the ability to:

  • Assess and treat psychiatric conditions in adults and manage crisis situations.
Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of the management skills necessary for success as a Consultant is essential.

Commitment to Education

Experience in teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels is desirable, along with an understanding of educational principles.

Research and Quality Improvement

Involvement in research projects and audits is an advantage.

Management Training

Evidence of training in management or leadership skills is required.

Compliance

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a Disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.