Forensic Specialist in Learning Disability Medicine

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom North West Boroughs Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Forensic Specialist in Learning Disability Medicine to join our team at Mersey Care, one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West.

This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to work with patients who have learning disabilities and forensic needs. As a Consultant Psychiatrist and Approved Clinician, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality care delivery through comprehensive psychiatric services in Cheshire and Merseyside.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Fulfill Community Responsible Clinician responsibilities for patients accepted into the service
  • Provide outpatient or community clinics and home visits
  • Participate in regular MDT meetings, CPA reviews, MAPPA, safeguarding, risk reviews, and clinical leadership
  • Liaise with forensic support services and attend professional meetings

The role requires close working with Cheshire and Merseyside Learning Disability services and Mersey Care Forensic LD services.

About Us

MERSEY CARE is an innovative healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. We strive for 'perfect care' – safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable, and efficient.

We celebrate diversity and promote equal opportunities, taking positive action to support underrepresented groups.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you must:

  • Hold CCT in Psychiatry and be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of gaining CCT
  • Have knowledge and experience of assessing and treating individuals with learning disabilities and autism
  • Treat individuals with forensic needs
  • Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, Transforming Care policy, and legislation
Working Arrangements

This part-time post includes flexible working arrangements, including consideration of requests for flexible hours.

Salary and Benefits

Estimated salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum, pro rata, plus 10% R&R (non-contractual)

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health, specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction, and brain injury services.

We take pride in fostering a supportive environment where staff can grow professionally and personally. Join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering exceptional care



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