Mental Health Specialist Physician

1 month ago


Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS... Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Specialist Physician to join our team at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing input into assessment and treatment of patients on our old age wards, working under the supervision of a consultant psychiatrist.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assessment, treatment, and management of patients referred to the service
  • Leading role in service improvements and development with the consultant psychiatrist, ward manager, and other colleagues
  • Contribution to the ongoing training and development programme within the team
  • Preparation of reports for mental health review tribunals and managers hearings

What We Offer

  • Up to £8k relocation package
  • 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
  • Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
  • Remote working available as suits service needs
  • Dedicated and protected SPA time
  • Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support
  • Teaching and research opportunities available
  • Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
  • Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
  • Employee Excellence awards
  • Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts

About the Area

The Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria, an area of outstanding natural beauty with national parks, ancient heritage sites, and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links.



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