Senior Older Adult Mental Health Specialist

7 days ago


Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to lead the Older Adult service and develop a bespoke 12-bed inpatient ward for functional older adults. This is a great opportunity to work in a beautiful location, with a generous relocation package of up to £8,000 available.

Main Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Older Adult service, working closely with existing staff and new colleagues.
  • Provide holistic care with an emphasis on medical assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological treatment, and support for complex patients.
  • Work closely with the Inpatient and Crisis Teams to provide consultation and advice on patient care.
  • Develop and implement strategies for improving patient outcomes and reducing in-patient admissions.

About the Team

The Older Adult service line is well established within the Trust, with a clear pathway for patients. The In-Reach Home Treatment Team adheres to national benchmarks for fidelity of care in Crisis services, providing diagnosis and support for patients in their community.

Person Specification

  • Consultant Older Adult Psychiatry qualification.
  • In-patient experience in Older Adult Psychiatry.
  • CRISIS experience desirable.
  • Evidence of understanding of Older Adult Research.

Benefits

  • Commitment to flexible working.
  • 33 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 days after 5 years.
  • Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training.
  • Generous NHS pension scheme.
  • Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits.
  • Health service discounts and online benefits.
  • Incremental pay progression.
  • Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7.
  • Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network, and Christian Network.
  • Health and wellbeing opportunities.
  • Structured learning and development opportunities.


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