Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Eating Disorder Team
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Job Summary
Join the team at Ty Einon Centre as a Consultant Psychiatrist as we develop services within the Eating Disorder Service.
Job Summary
Join the team at Ty Einon Centre as a Consultant Psychiatrist as we develop services within the Eating Disorder Service.
You will be joining a very experienced, multi-disciplinary team of nurses, psychotherapists, psychologists, dietitians, occupational therapists and medical staff. Although, you will be part of the Adult Eating Disorder Team, you will work closely with colleagues in Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Adult Primary and Adult Community Mental Health Teams to ensure that individuals experience a seamless and co-ordinated approach to their care.
Interested individuals will also be enthusiastic, motivated and committed to driving forwards the continued development of the Specialist Eating Disorder Service.
You will have overall clinical responsibility for the management of this client group overseeing the Care and Treatment Plans, delegating responsibility and working with the multidisciplinary team.
Accepting this role would see you join this experienced Mental Health community service to provide care for adults with eating disorders. You will focus on early intervention and equipping people with the appropriate skills for community living.
Main duties of the job
Our values encourage continuous improvement and as such you will have the opportunity for regular career development to ensure you're on the cutting edge and at the top of your game. Additionally, the service is supportive of staff developing portfolio careers and have excellent opportunities for the successful candidate to explore opportunities in medical management, quality improvement, quality and safety, research and teaching. The Health Board has strong academic links with Swansea University and Medical School and honorary appointments exist should you wish to explore this as part of your career development. The service strongly supports clinicians developing skills in other subspecialties and undertaking special interest sessions. There are a range of areas you can get involved in as we host a number of regional services including perinatal mental health services and regional medium secure services. You'll have access to excellent CPD with our own medical education centre based on the Cefn Coed Hospital site in Swansea as well as an education centre in Neath Port Talbot Hospital. There is also a vibrant academic programme, plus access to a large peer group of enthusiastic and high-calibre consultants.
About Us
Our values encourage continuous improvement and as such you will have the opportunity for regular career development to ensure you're on the cutting edge and at the top of your game. Additionally, the service is supportive of staff developing portfolio careers and have excellent opportunities for the successful candidate to explore opportunities in medical management, quality improvement, quality and safety, research and teaching. The Health Board has strong academic links with Swansea University and Medical School and honorary appointments exist should you wish to explore this as part of your career development.
About Your Next Employer
You will be working for an established, forward thinking service. There is an opportunity for you to grow and move within Swansea Bay University Health Board.
There are also a range of other benefits including access to NHS retail discounts and special offers, NHS car leasing without a credit check and much more.
You could be eligible for up to £10,000 in Relocation costs.
Date posted
07 April 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£106,000 to £154,760 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
130-MHSG9825S-R
Job locations
Ty Einon Centre
Princess Street
Gorseinon, Swansea
SA4 4US
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will
* Be medically qualified, MRC Psych or equivalent
* Be innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate service improvement
* Have an excellent understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health
* Have substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, knowledge of and experience in purchaser/provider contractual issues
What You Will Get
* Competitive annual salary
* The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (pro-rata)
* Career development and training
* Opportunities to develop your special interests
* Relocation support
There are also a range of other benefits including access to NHS retail discounts and special offers, NHS car leasing without a credit check and much more
The consultant psychiatrist role is situated in Ty Einon, Gorseinon, which is short commute from Swansea, Cardiff, West Wales, Neath, Port Talbot, Bridgend and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
What you will get:
* Competitive annual salary
* The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (pro-rata)
* Career development and training
* Opportunities to develop your special interests
* Relocation support
There are also a range of other benefits including access to NHS retail discounts and special offers, NHS car leasing without a credit check and much more
The consultant psychiatrist role is situated in Ty Einon, Gorseinon, which is short commute from Swansea, Cardiff, West Wales, Neath, Port Talbot, Bridgend and surrounding areas.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Registered with the GMC
* Licensed to practice
* On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in psychiatry or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register
Desirable
* primary CCT or an endorsement, in CAMHS or General Adult Psychiatry
* Further relevant degree/diploma
* Teaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education
Experience Essential
* Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")
* Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")
* Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")
* Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
* Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Desirable
* Development and commissioning of Liaison services
* Experience of research in psychiatry
* Experience of psychological therapy
Skills Essential
* Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
* Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")
* Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")
* Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")
* Understands information systems and technology (IT)
* Clinical Skills Section 12 approval
Desirable
* Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")
Personal Attributes Essential
* Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
* Ability to undertake on-call
* A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")
* Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
* Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals
Desirable
* Welsh Language skills
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Registered with the GMC
* Licensed to practice
* On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in psychiatry or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register
Desirable
* primary CCT or an endorsement, in CAMHS or General Adult Psychiatry
* Further relevant degree/diploma
* Teaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education
Experience Essential
* Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")
* Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")
* Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")
* Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
* Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Desirable
* Development and commissioning of Liaison services
* Experience of research in psychiatry
* Experience of psychological therapy
Skills Essential
* Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
* Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")
* Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")
* Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")
* Understands information systems and technology (IT)
* Clinical Skills Section 12 approval
Desirable
* Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")
Personal Attributes Essential
* Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
* Ability to undertake on-call
* A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")
* Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
* Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals
Desirable
* Welsh Language skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Ty Einon Centre
Princess Street
Gorseinon, Swansea
SA4 4US
Employer's website
https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
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