Mental Health Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Role Summary:

This exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Adult Psychiatrist to join our team as a Consultant Psychiatrist. The position is based at the Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital site, where you will be responsible for the care of 15 patients on Brook ward, an all-male acute assessment ward.

About Us

The Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering exceptional mental health care in Greater Manchester. We strive to create a positive and supportive work environment that allows our staff to thrive and grow professionally. Our team is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Job Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing medical leadership for MDT meetings
  • Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments and providing treatment for inpatients on the ward
  • Supporting ward-based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies
  • Conducting patient reviews and leading Multidisciplinary Ward Reviews, CPA reviews, and multi-professional meetings
  • Being the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carrying out duties in accordance with the code of practice
  • Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and participating in the Trust's risk management processes
  • Providing medical leadership to the inpatient ward team
  • Maintaining a high level of effective communication and working flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service, including other wards, inpatient units, community mental health teams, services, and primary care
  • Liaising with families and carers
  • Completing reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor
  • Attending Mental Health Tribunals or supervising other members of the medical team in Tribunal work; assessing for use of the Mental Health Act, completing consent to treatment, and authorising Section 17 leave
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • A competitive salary, estimated to be around £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Relocation assistance
  • Access to in-house training
  • Opportunities for career development and leadership growth


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