Consultant Psychiatrist in Addiction Medicine

4 weeks ago

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom Nhsscotland Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team in the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services (DARS) in NHS Highland. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist services in urban and rural communities across the North Highland region.

The role involves undertaking direct clinical work, supporting the development of medical and non-medical staff, and co-producing interventions to support recovery and reduce harm. The post holder will also contribute to the implementation of Medication Assisted Treatment Standards (MAT) and work with others to deliver digital services.

The ideal candidate will be on the GMC specialist register in General Adult Psychiatry with an endorsement in Substance Misuse Psychiatry or within 6 months of the award of CCT. The post requires participation in the Consultant on-call rota at New Craigs Hospital.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Neil McNamara, Clinical Director, New Craigs Hospital, and Inverness on neil.mcnamara3@nhs.scot or Teresa Green, Head of DARS Service; teresa.green@nhs.scot. Prospective applicants are most welcome to contact us in order to arrange an informal visit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver specialist services in addiction medicine
  • Support the development of medical and non-medical staff
  • Co-produce interventions to support recovery and reduce harm
  • Contribute to the implementation of Medication Assisted Treatment Standards (MAT)
  • Participate in the Consultant on-call rota at New Craigs Hospital

Requirements

  • On the GMC specialist register in General Adult Psychiatry with an endorsement in Substance Misuse Psychiatry or within 6 months of the award of CCT
  • Ability to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Working Arrangements

The post is based in the Mental Health Service in the South and Mid Operational Unit but due to the geography covered by the post, it is possible for the post holder to live in any suitable location by negotiation. This is a full-time post (1.0 WTE).

Equality and Diversity

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Application Process

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