Locum Consultant Older Age Psychiatry

2 months ago

Redruth, United Kingdom Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Are you ready to make a difference in mental health care? Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an innovative and passionateLocum Consultant to oversee the older persons' psychiatric inpatient wards at Longreach House, Redruth. This position is ideal for an experienced psychiatrist specialising in older adults and inpatient care.

Based at Longreach House, Redruth, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in additional development activities within the Trust. The role includes responsibilities for supervising junior doctors and physician associates, as well as undertaking managerial duties.

If you are an experienced psychiatrist with a passion for managing older patients in an inpatient setting, we invite you to apply and contribute to our dedicated team.

We're committed to supporting our team members and are open to discussing competitive recruitment and relocation packages to welcome the right candidate to Cornwall.

Step into a role where your leadership will be valued, your ideas welcomed, and your career can truly thrive.

Opportunities exist for a longer term position for candidates who are, or are in the process of gaining, Specialist Registration. Apply today and be part of a future-focused team dedicated to making a lasting impact on mental health services in Cornwall.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Management: Oversee the clinical workload within the ward areas, including providing professional supervision to junior medical staff. This may involve assessing competencies under the MMC framework.

Education and Training: Support the education and training of junior medical staff to ensure high standards of clinical practice.

Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of clinical activities.

Service Planning: Engage in service and business planning for both hospital and community adult services, and contribute to the broader Mental Health Service planning as needed.

Appraisal and Development: Participate in annual appraisals for consultants and in job plan reviews with the Medical Director. These reviews will involve consultation with relevant managers to adapt the role in response to changes in service delivery and modernisation.

Management Collaboration: Work with local managers and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running of services. Share medical management responsibilities with consultant colleagues.

Policy Compliance: Adhere to the Trust's policies, procedures, standing orders, and financial instructions. Actively contribute to the financial management of the service and assist the Chief Medical Officer and other managers in planning and service preparation.

About us

We are a dedicated NHS community and mental health provider based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, committed to enhancing the physical and mental health of our community. Our services range from community and hospital-based care to specialized support for individuals living with dementia or a learning disability.

At our core, we are a people-focused organization because we believe that people matter. As a member of our team, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of both residents and visitors in this stunning region of the UK.

Our Trust is made up of over 4,000 skilled professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and essential administrative and support staff. We deliver care directly in people's homes, within community clinics, and from our 13 community hospitals. Our vision is clear: to have great people providing great care, making this a great place to work, and being a great partner in the community.

Cornwall is home to approximately 568,000 residents, with a third of the population receiving acute hospital services in Devon. This necessitates close collaboration with our partners across Devon. Additionally, during the summer and holiday seasons, our services extend to accommodate the many visitors who choose to explore and enjoy this beautiful area.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To access the detailed, approved job description and person specification, which includes the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the supporting documents.

While an advertisement can convey only so much, we are eager to discuss this role with you in greater detail. For additional information, please consult our contact details.

Should you require further information or wish to arrange an informal visit, please reach out to Dr Ciaran Abbey or Dr Anand Irpati, Clinical Directors

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Recognised Medical Degree Full GMC Registration Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the Specialist Register or a Specialty Trainee within 6 months of gaining CCT Section 12 Approval

Desirable

Relevant Higher Degree , MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications Completion of Clinical and Educational Supervisor Training Approved Clinicain status

Experience

Essential

Experience in assessing and treating mental health patients in out-patient and community settings. Knowledge and evidence of participation in CPD Prior experience working in a rehabilitation Service

Desirable

Experience of working across different services within mental health Other relevant experience, , specific psychological therapies Qualifications or experience in managing physical illness

Skills

Essential

Previous experience in taking a leadership role in several multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high quality care and staff morale Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work. Ability to appraise own performance Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable

Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills.

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