Psychiatry Specialist

15 hours ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Locum Meds Full time
Job Title: Locum Specialist Registrar in Psychiatry

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Locum Specialist Registrar in Psychiatry to join our dynamic team at Locum Meds. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality psychiatric care to patients within our trust.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments of patients referred to the service, including gathering relevant medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial histories.
  • Formulate accurate diagnoses based on assessment findings and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based treatment interventions, including pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and other modalities, tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
  • Monitor and review patients' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
  • Participate in ward rounds, case conferences, and other team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment strategies, and discharge planning.
  • Supervise junior medical staff, including Foundation Year doctors and Core Psychiatry Trainees, providing guidance and support in the delivery of patient care.
  • Engage in continuous professional development activities to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills in various subspecialties of psychiatry.
  • Contribute to clinical governance initiatives, including audit, research, and quality improvement projects, to promote excellence in patient care and service delivery.
  • Adhere to trust policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and ethical principles.
  • Foster a collaborative and respectful working environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork among colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
Subspecialties of Psychiatry:
  • General Adult Psychiatry
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Old Age Psychiatry (Geriatric Psychiatry)
  • Liaison Psychiatry (Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry)
  • Forensic Psychiatry
  • Addiction Psychiatry
  • Neuropsychiatry
  • Psychotherapy (Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, etc.)
  • Rehabilitation Psychiatry
  • Eating Disorders Psychiatry
  • Perinatal Psychiatry
  • Learning Disability Psychiatry
  • Crisis Psychiatry (Emergency Psychiatry)
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Medical degree from a recognized institution
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligibility for registration
  • Completion of Core Psychiatry Training (CT1-3) or equivalent experience
  • Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification
  • Demonstrated expertise in various subspecialties of psychiatry through clinical experience or additional training
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • Willingness to participate in on-call duties and weekend shifts as required

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Contract Length: 12 months

Pay: £69.17-£90.00 per hour

Expected Hours: 45 per week

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person



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