Locum Psychiatrist
5 days ago
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Locum Specialist Registrar in Psychiatry to join our dynamic team at Locum Meds. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality psychiatric care to patients within our trust.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments of patients referred to the service, including gathering relevant medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial histories.
- Formulate Accurate Diagnoses: Formulate accurate diagnoses based on assessment findings and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide Evidence-Based Treatment: Provide evidence-based treatment interventions, including pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and other modalities, tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
- Monitor Patient Progress: Monitor and review patients' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in Team Meetings: Participate in ward rounds, case conferences, and other team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment strategies, and discharge planning.
- Supervise Junior Staff: Supervise junior medical staff, including Foundation Year doctors and Core Psychiatry Trainees, providing guidance and support in the delivery of patient care.
- Engage in Continuous Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development activities to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills in various subspecialties of psychiatry.
- Contribute to Clinical Governance: Contribute to clinical governance initiatives, including audit, research, and quality improvement projects, to promote excellence in patient care and service delivery.
- Adhere to Trust Policies: Adhere to trust policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and ethical principles.
- Foster a Collaborative Environment: Foster a collaborative and respectful working environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork among colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Medical Degree: Medical degree from a recognized institution
- Registration with GMC: Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligibility for registration
- Core Psychiatry Training: Completion of Core Psychiatry Training (CT1-3) or equivalent experience
- Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists: Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification
- Expertise in Subspecialties: Demonstrated expertise in various subspecialties of psychiatry through clinical experience or additional training
- Excellent Communication Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Commitment to Patient-Centered Care: Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
- Ability to Work Under Pressure: Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Willingness to Participate in On-Call Duties: Willingness to participate in on-call duties and weekend shifts as required
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed-term contract
Contract Length: 12 months
Pay: £69.17-£90.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 45 per week
Schedule:
- 8-Hour Shift: 8 hour shift
- Day Shift: Day shift
- Monday to Friday: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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