Specialty doctor General Adult inpatient Psychiatry

6 days ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time
This opportunity will be within the Acute Directorate (Maidstone locality) and based at Priority House. You will be working with an experienced multidisciplinary team of dedicated staff, who assess and treat patients with wide range of psychiatric disorders.

This is a 10 PA per working week post providing senior medical input and leadership . The post holder will be responsible for adults aged 18-65 whom are admitted.

This exciting opportunity has become available due to the previous post holder progressing in their career. Supervision will be provided by the ward Consultant.

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 job

* To ensure all new admission are assessed by a senior doctor and have management plans in place within 24hrs of admission.

* To prepare reports for mental health review tribunal and give evidence at the tribunals on behalf of the RC when needed.

* To work in close liaison with the patient flow team and attendance at local bed management meetings and telephone conferences.

* To seek the views of families and carers when practicable while making decisions about patients care and discharge.

Please note that all interviews will be conducted via video link using Life Size, date to be confirmed.

Please note that you will be required to submit an application form for each post you are interested in applying for.

About us

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), 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 description
Job responsibilities

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.

Our Benefits

Here are just some of our Benefits:
Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000* Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical school Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help Excellent 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 interest Free access to an independent counselling service Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts Car lease scheme A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:

For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
oFull Registration with the GMC oMRCPsych/Equivalent oSection 12(2) Approved or working towards one Desirable
oAny further postgraduate oQualifications in Psychiatry Experience
Essential
oMinimum of 5 years' experience including 5 years in psychiatry oExperience of emergency assessments and ability to assess and manage acutely unwell patients Desirable
oInpatient experience Training/knowledge
Essential
oExtensive knowledge of psychiatric disorders and their management Academic Achievements: Audit Research/publications
Desirable
Evidence of research and/or audit publications in peer reviewed journals Disposition
Essential
oAbility to work autonomously and also as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Personal Circumstances
Essential
oSatisfactory health clearance oAbility to attend promptly to all necessary sites Evidence of right to work in UK Enhanced Disclosure from CRB Desirable
Full UK/EU driving licence

Employer details
Employer name

Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Address

Priority House

Priority House

Maidstone

ME16 9PH



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