Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability Specialist

4 weeks ago


Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability to join our team at the NHS. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care to patients with learning disabilities, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and medical interventions for patients with learning disabilities.
  • Supervise and support team members in carrying out assessments and providing medical care.
  • Lead multidisciplinary reviews, birth planning meetings, CPA reviews, discharge planning meetings, and multi-professional meetings.
  • Be responsible for patients under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance with the code of practice.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and participate in Trust risk management processes.
  • Provide medical leadership to the team and maintain effective communication with other parts of the Mental Health Service.
Person Specification:
  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management.
Requirements:
  • Holds and will use a valid UK driving license.
  • Included on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months.
  • Approved clinician status or able to achieve within three months of appointment.
  • Approved under S12 or able to achieve within three months of appointment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent knowledge in specialty Learning Disability Psychiatry, be able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty, and meet duties under the MHA and MCA. They will also have a wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within the NHS or comparable services.

We offer a competitive salary of £105,504 to £139,882 per annum, plus 10% R&R (non-contractual) and 1% on-call. If you are a motivated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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