Overview
General Adult Psychiatrist required as a full-time Inpatient Consultant on Willow Ward at the Derwent Unit, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This is a 10 programmed activity (PA) role.
Willow Ward is an 18-bed female ward for adults of working age and part of the 54-bed Derwent Unit under the MRFD programme. The successful candidate will be a clinical leader involved in shaping and developing the service and will have opportunities to develop clinically and pursue evidence-based innovative practices.
Responsibilities
* Provide consultant and Approved Clinician responsibility for all patients on Willow Ward.
* Oversee treatment for patients under care, including prompt and comprehensive assessments on admissions, diagnosis and treatment planning, regular patient reviews, and appropriate use of the Mental Health Act for detained patients.
* Prepare tribunal reports and attend tribunals as required.
* Lead, delegate, organize, and supervise junior medical staff within the team.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and maintain good working relationships.
Benefits and Location
* Relocation assistance up to £8000.
* Generous study budget and in-house CPD program.
* Flexible working where possible, 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays (35 days after 7 years).
* Yearly appraisal and ongoing training; NHS pension; maternity/paternity/adoption benefits.
* Employee discounts, wellbeing opportunities, and access to staff networks (LGBTI+, BAME, Christian).
Qualifications
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
* Fully registered with the GMC with license.
* Approved Clinician status.
Skills
* Excellent knowledge of the specialty and strong English communication skills (oral and written).
* Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA; ability to lead a team.
* Experience in research and service provision.
Additional Information
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, pro rata.
* Contract: Permanent; Working pattern: Full-time.
* Location: Sycamore Ward, Derwent Unit, Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Chesterfield, S44 5BL.
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