Geriatric Psychiatry Medical Director

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom North West Boroughs Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Geriatric Psychiatrist to lead our team at Clock View Hospital. As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to our patients. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care, assessing new admissions and managing treatment to ensure safe discharges back to the community.

Main Duties
  • Complete assessments and formulate treatment plans for service users admitted to Irwell ward
  • Work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, acute hospital medical specialties, and Primary Care
  • Manage patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act, requiring a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law
Clinical Skills and Knowledge

You will require excellent clinical knowledge in Old Age Psychiatry, along with excellent clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge. Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are essential, as well as the ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.

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
  • 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
Salary and Benefits

This is a substantive post, offering a competitive salary of £105,504 - £139,882 per annum, plus a 10% relocation allowance and 1% on-call pay. The role also comes with a range of benefits, including a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

About Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving over 1 million people. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health, as well as specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction, and brain injury services. Our commitment to challenging and eliminating racism and other forms of discrimination makes us a diverse and inclusive employer.



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