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An outstanding new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Diss, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers.
This service provides low secure care and specialised treatment for adults aged 18 years and older with a learning disability. Patients may also have other associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs).
To be considered for this position you must be medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent and on the GMC specialist register.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
* Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
* Assess referrals and undertake mental state examinations of service users
* Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis and treatment
* Participate in ward rounds and clinical audits
* Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management and embed clinical governance
* Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managers hearings; attend hearings
* Participate in the 1 in 6/7 telephone on‑call rota
Required Qualifications
* Medically qualified in psychiatry (MRC Psych or equivalent)
* Registered on the GMC specialist register
Preferred Skills & Experience
* Experience and knowledge in adult psychiatry and mental health diagnosis
* Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
* Excellent communication skills and ability to write clear, comprehensive medical notes
* Committed to continued professional development
* Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Salary: GBP 160,000 – 170,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full‑time, permanent)
Benefits
* Annual leave 25–30 days depending on length of service plus birthday off
* Free meals and parking
* Wellbeing support and activities
* Career development and training
* Pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity package
Reference ID: 6312
For this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
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