Specialty Doctor

Specialty Doctor - Home Treatment & Rapid Response TeamWe believe in changing lives through giving excellent care that improves people's mental health and now is a great time to be part of the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust family.We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor to join our Home treatment and Rapid Response Team (HTT/RRT).This is a 8.5PA post however the Trust would welcome a discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support work-life balance.Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including licence to practice.MHA Section 12(2) Approval holders will contribute to a middle-tier non-residential on call rota. Specialty doctors who do not hold Section 12 (2) Approval are expected to work towards this and will be supported to do so.Main duties of the jobHTT duties: Attendance to morning MDT meetings, home visits for medical, prescribing for patients under the care of the team, liaison with other agencies such as GPs and Social Services, providing medical advice for the team and good clinical record keeping. We also work jointly with specialist services such as EIP and MIMHs.Rapid Response Duties: reviews which may include gatekeeping assessments and new referral assessments and mental health assessments where needed.Active involvement in clinical reviews, meetings, Section 117 planning meetings etc as and when necessaryWork collaboratively with the inpatient consultant and MDT in the assessment, treatment and management of psychiatric inpatients, providing in-reach with aim of discharge of patients into the community.Please note that you will be required to submit an application form for each post you are interested in applying for.About usWe are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust (KMMH), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.Job responsibilities*Please note that this Job Description is currently on draft, pending approval from the Royal College of Psychiatrists*For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.Part time or job-share applications are welcome.Here are just some of our Benefits:Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical schoolGenerous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension schemeHoliday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended breakFlexible working - just ask and we will try to helpExcellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interestFree access to an independent counselling serviceBlue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discountsA variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMMH values and promote equality and diversity.*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment Bonus, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:kmmh.medical-recruitment@nhs.netPerson SpecificationQualificationsMBBS or equivalent medical qualification.MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointmentTransportHolds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternativeClinical Skills, Knowledge and ExperienceAt least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programmeGood knowledge in specialtyGood clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledgeGood oral and written communication skills in EnglishPostgraduate experience in specialtyAcademic Skills and Lifelong LearningParticipated in continuous professional developmentAble to use and appraise clinical evidenceHas actively participated in clinical audit.Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and trainingReflected on purpose of CPD undertakenParticipated in research or service evaluationProfessional and Personal QualitiesShows empathy and sensitivity.Copes under pressure.Works co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team.Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidationManages own time, workload and prioritises workAble to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office softwareLeadershipReflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedbackShows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment Able to deputise for consultant psychiatrist. Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.Able to deputise for consultant psychiatrist.Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Head of Psychiatry - WestKent Directorate£61,542 to £99,216 a yearper annum pro rata #J-18808-Ljbffr