Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry - Medway CMHT
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor to join our Community Mental Health Team at Medway, Gillingham, Kent.
We believe in changing lives through giving excellent care that improves people's mental health and now is a great time to be part of the KMPT family.
This is a 10 PA post however the Trust would welcome a discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support work-life balance.
Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including licence to practice.
MHA Section 12(2) Approval holders have the option to contribute to a middle-tier non-residential on call rota. Specialty doctors who do not hold Section 12 (2) Approval are expected to work towards this and will be supported to do so.
Main duties of the job
This is a 10 PA per working week post within the Medway locality, providing senior medical input to the community mental health service, including providing initial assessment, offering follow up reviews for patients requiring short-term input from the team and CPA Reviews for patients with long-term needs on the Enhanced CPA Pathway.The post holder will have a joint caseload with other clinicians in the team. They will be expected to work with other clinicians in keeping with the trust Lone Working Policy.
Please note that all interviews will be conducted via video link using Microsoft Teams.
Please note that you will be required to submit an application form for each post you are interested in applying for.
About us
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our Benefits:
Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000
Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical school
Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
Free access to an independent counselling service
Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
Car lease scheme
A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.net
Person Specification
TRANSPORT
Essential
* Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
* MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
* Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
Desirable
* In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice
* Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
* At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
* Good knowledge in specialty
* Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
* Good oral and written communication skills in English
Desirable
* Postgraduate experience in specialty
ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING
Essential
* Participated in continuous professional development
* Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
* Has actively participated in clinical audit.
Desirable
* Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
* Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
* Participated in research or service evaluation
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
* Shows empathy and sensitivity.
* Copes under pressure.
* Works co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team
* Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
* Manages own time, workload and prioritises work
* Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
LEADERSHIP
Essential
* Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Desirable
* Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
* Able to deputise for consultant psychiatrist.
* Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
Employer details
Employer name
Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
Address
Medway Community Mental Health Team, Britton House, High Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 1AL
Britton House, High Street
Gillingham
ME7 1AL
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
380-MED-25-031-PERM-A
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