Consultant Psychiatrist Rehabilitation & Recovery
Priory Hospital Bristol is one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of individuals, families and couples facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
We offer fast access to treatment for a number of mental health concerns and addictions.
Bristol is an ideal place for treating people with complex disorders, including people who may not have responded to previous treatment. We can guarantee that our comprehensive treatment programmes are guided by current evidence-based research.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
* Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
* Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
* Supervising the process of referral and admission including contributing to preadmission assessments of young people with other team members.
* Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.
* Contributing to management meetings and clinical governance meetings for the services provided at the hospital, and contributing to the development of service strategy.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job responsibilities
Priory Hospital Bristol is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team on our Rehabilitation and Recovery ward. This is a part‑time role of 22.5 hours a week.
Person Specification
Requirements
* The ideal candidate will be a strong team player who is committed to working within a multidisciplinary approach to assessment, formulation, and management planning. They must hold and maintain registration with the General Medical Council (GMC), including inclusion on the relevant Specialist Register, with evidence of registration available upon request by the Hospital Director or Group Medical Officer. Candidates should also hold a CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in a relevant area of Psychiatry and have experience working within inpatient settings supporting individuals with significant mental health difficulties.
* This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values‑driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high‑performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here.
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.
Consultant Psychiatrist Rehabilitation & Recovery
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