Mental Health Specialist for Older Adults
4 days ago
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, specializing in Old Age Psychiatry. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Dunes ward, Hartley Hospital, you will provide clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care.
The successful candidate will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions and managing their treatment to ensure safe discharges back to the community.
Main Duties of the Job- Completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Dunes ward from the community
- Working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Primary Care
- Responsible for the overall assessment, management, and safe discharge planning of inpatients on Dunes ward
Person Specification:
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
- Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old age Psychiatry at date of interview
- Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
Clinical Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Excellent clinical knowledge in specialty
- Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
- Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
- Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level
Salary and Benefits:
The salary for this role is £105,504 - £139,882 per annum, with an additional 10% R&R (non-contractual) plus on-call pay. Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust offers a competitive benefits package, including access to a pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.
About Our Organisation:
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving over 1 million people. We strive to provide high-quality care that meets the needs of our service users, and we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
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