Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
Service Line: Female Low Secure and Deaf Service
Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director
Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager
We are seeking an experienced part-time/any 3 days per week Consultant Psychiatrist to work at Cygnet Hospital Bury Dunes. The role involves providing senior medical cover on Lower West Ward, a 12-bedded low secure ward for women.
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician, overseeing and maintaining the care of all ward inpatients as required, with responsibilities including auditing medical services to ensure quality in line with GMC standards and other professional guidelines.
Lower West Ward offers individualised assessment, care, and treatment for a range of mental disorders, including complex communication needs, supporting both hearing and Deaf women.
Your expertise will drive life-changing treatment, supported by a Specialty Doctor and a multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologists, and occupational therapists.
There is also an opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.
At Cygnet, you'll benefit from professional development, discounts on shopping, travel, and leisure, as well as healthcare and financial benefits, supporting your well-being both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while making a difference to others every day.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Lead the provision of high-quality care to service users on Lower West Ward
* Act as a positive role model, demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, families, visitors, and staff
* Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
* Assess referrals and conduct mental state examinations
* Undertake investigations, diagnosis, and treatment
* Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews, and clinical audits
* Lead risk assessment and management, embedding clinical governance
* Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and attend hearings
* Liaise with the Ministry of Justice regarding patient transfers and leave approvals
* Maintain accurate patient records
* Communicate regularly with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
* Engage in effective communication with patients, relatives, staff, and other stakeholders, maintaining appropriate reports
* Participate in academic meetings and adhere to professional standards for CPD as set by GMC, Department of Health, and the Royal College of Psychiatrists
* Contribute to the Telephone On-call rota (1 in 13 weekdays / 1 in 15 weekends)
Why Cygnet? Benefits We Offer
* Salary from £100,500 per year (Negotiable)
* Generous annual leave, increasing with service length
* 5 days study leave, study budget, and in-house CPD/peer group programs
* Company-paid Life Assurance (covering 3x salary)
* Contributory pension scheme
* Research opportunities, including publishing and joining research groups
* Teaching opportunities for medical students and postgraduate programs
* Leadership and participation in QI & Audit initiatives
* Company-funded Cash Plan covering benefits up to £1000 annually
* Gym discounts, free online fitness classes, nutritional programs, and fitness consultations
* Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount, and Blue Lights Card
* Free meals, on-site parking, and EAP support
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