Job Description Is Currently Under Review By Royal College.
Key Responsibilities
Take clinical responsibility for the in-patients and lead the multi‑disciplinary team. All patients are expected to be detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007). The role of RC carries with it the responsibility to ensure that all necessary documentation, including Section 17 leave, Consent/Treatment, section renewal forms, is correct and up‑to‑date, that adequate reports are provided for Manager’s Appeals or Tribunals within the time period laid down in the Code of Practice, and that either a Consultant attends or ensures adequate representation is available. The appointee will maintain approval as an Approved Clinician and under Section 12 of the MHA 1983 (amended 2007).
About the Service
We provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester – Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Benefits and Opportunities
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance.
* Access to Continued Professional Development.
* Involvement in improvement and research activities.
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service.
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel.
Recruitment Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
* Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Further Information
For further details or informal visits contact: Dr Amar Gupta, Clinical Director, Email: amar.gupta@nhs.net, Telephone: 07517580940.
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