Overview
We are recruiting for a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) based at Saffron House in High Wycombe. You will have an active leadership role and medical responsibility for the diagnosis, management and treatment of adults of working age and older adults who are at risk of developing a mental health crisis.
With expertise in Adult Psychiatry, you will join a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to deliver patient care through home treatment enabling early discharge from inpatient care. You will work closely with inpatient wards and community teams, including the Inpatient Social Work service and the Patient Flow Transformation lead.
We offer career development with protected SPA time as part of your job plan, and a relocation allowance of up to £8,000 for external applicants (subject to eligibility criteria).
Applicants must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and on the Specialist Register or be within six months of attaining their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or an equivalent approved indicator of training.
Oxford Health is a leading mental health Trust committed to research infrastructure and improving patient outcomes. This role involves senior medical input and clinical leadership to the Buckinghamshire CRHTT and responsibilities for your own patients as well as those seen by medical staff under your supervision.
Responsibilities
* Provide senior medical expertise and clinical leadership within the Crisis team, overseeing care for patients personally managed as well as those cared for by medical staff under your direct supervision.
* Collaborate with the team manager and other senior colleagues to support the efficient operation and ongoing development of the service.
* Deliver direct clinical care and ensure active medical involvement in reviewing and updating care plans.
* Prepare timely, clear, and comprehensive written correspondence documenting assessments, treatment plans, progress, and discharges using the Trust's IT and clinical record systems (training will be provided).
* Work in partnership with other agencies, facilitating smooth and timely patient transitions into and out of the team through effective liaison with relevant staff.
* Contribute to the collection and accurate recording of clinical data as required by the Trust and external agencies, including participation in clinical audits with appropriate administrative support.
* Attend regular directorate and managerial meetings to ensure alignment with wider service goals.
* Engage in professional development by participating in CPD peer groups and clinical supervision sessions alongside medical colleagues.
* Maintain your own training and CPD programme, supported by your lead consultant, Associate Medical Director, or Clinical Director.
* Participate in cross-cover arrangements for annual leave, study leave, and short-term sickness, including a daytime cover rota; contribute to out-of-hours on-call rotas as applicable.
* Enjoy entitlement to study leave (up to 30 days over 3 years) and related expenses in line with Trust policies.
The CRHTT operates from 7am to 9pm. There is a structured shift pattern with multidisciplinary support and leadership within the team. The Directorate works with college tutors and NHSE Thames Valley to ensure educational and service needs are met.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
* Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College guidelines).
* Eligibility for Section 12 (Mental Health Act 1983) Approval.
Desirable
* Higher degree or equivalent in relevant field or postgraduate teaching qualification.
Training
* Higher specialist training in dual or general adult / older adult psychiatry in approved training post for a minimum of three years, equivalent training in another country, or previous consultant experience relevant to this post.
* CCT in Psychiatry; OR inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT at the time of interview; OR CESR.
* Sub-speciality or other specialist clinical training relevant to CRHT experience.
Clinical Experience
* Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in general adult/older adult psychiatry.
* Experience of close collaborative work with social care and other agencies.
Ability
* Ability to undertake full range of consultant responsibilities.
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS disclosure will be required.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require UK Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information, refer to the UK Visas and Immigration guidance (no external links).
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.
Employer details
Employer: Oxford Health NHS Trust
Location: Saffron House, High Wycombe, HP11 1NH
Employer's website: oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
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