Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience
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Job overview
* All of our substantive Consultant vacancies attract a 'New Starter' package of £15,000 spread over 3 years as a recruitment bonus
* All new starters receive up to £12,000 relocation package
* CPD is being paid at the higher level of £2000 per annum with the facility accumulating annual funding for up to three years to accommodate accessing higher cost development opportunities
* 'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and Specialty Doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years, to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables the opportunity for planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break
We seek a Consultant Psychiatrist leader to join our male acute in-patient psychiatric care unit in Norwich covering central and south Norfolk. The ward is being reopened with refurbishments to create an additional ward for the central Norfolk locality and this post is being created in line with this. The unit will provide 15 male acute beds.
Main duties of the job
The post is for a Consultant Psychiatrist. The ward provides admission, assessment and treatment to male adults aged between 18-70 years suffering from severe mental disorders. The admitted patients are voluntary as well as those detained under the Mental Health Act.
The post is newly created alongside the reopening of the ward. The Specialty Doctor posts on the wards are substantive posts.
The post holder must be registered with the GMC. The post holder must also have an entry on the GMC Specialist Register (CCST) in Adult Psychiatry (or within three months of completion of CCST). Applications from those wishing to work flexibly or those wishing to develop academic or special interest sessions are welcomed.
Working for our organisation
Norfolk, a beautiful county situated in the East with excellent schools, well known beaches, forests and inland waterway natural beauty and all just a short hop to Amsterdam from Norwich Airport. A short drive from the University city of Cambridge and 90-minute train ride to London.
We are also offering:
* Up to £12k relocation expenses
* Access to £800 per annum professional development budget
* Dedicated SPA time of up to 25% of working hours
* Paid study leave (on application and approval) in addition to CPD
* Potential of extra PA for DCC with requisite pay per PA
* Ability to apply for Clinical Excellence Awards
* Inclusion on the Consultant on-call rota for the higher level with 3%, 5% or 8% requisite pay depending on frequency
* NHS benefits package including contributory pension, redundancy. Including paid annual leave, sick leave and maternity leave.
* Appraisals and revalidation completed by the Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This post is to provide Consultant Psychiatry input to the acute in-patient psychiatric care unit based at Hellesdon Hospital Norwich.
Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust looks forward to welcoming you. Please contact Medical Director Dr Daniel Dalton for further details.
Full Job Description attached - Pending Royal College Approval.
Full and part time roles considered.
Person specification
Attributes
Essential criteria
* Effective team working
* Leadership qualities
* Flexibility
* Driving Licence/able to travel independently
* Research
Clinical Governance
Essential criteria
* A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
* Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Teaching
Essential criteria
* Experience of supervising junior medical staff
* Teaching and presentation skills
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Entry on the GMC register
* Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
* Approved Clinician Status
* Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Experience
Essential criteria
* 6 months experience in relevant clinical area
* 3 years or equivalent medical experience
* Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
YOUR APPLICATION
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post may be 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.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.