Would you like to be part of leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health for inpatient and community care? Why not join Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust for the opportunity to flourish and excel in your career and be part of our dedicated medical team. The post holder will provide clinical care and management for patients on Gloucester ward and you will be part of a well-supported MDT who work collaboratively to provide the best care and treatment for the patients on the ward. Essex has something for everyone, amazing scenery, great schools, adventurous outdoor activities, fantastic restaurants and a colourful history so why not contact us to discover why so many of our staff love living and working here.
Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership and be the Responsible Clinician for all patients on Gloucester ward, and provide reciprocal cover as RC for Meadowview ward during leave.
* Review new patients in a timely manner and oversee the clinical management of patients on the ward.
* Will be available for timely CPA meetings and facilitate discharge planning.
* Carry out duties as Responsible Clinician, including Mental Health Act assessments, preparation of tribunal reports and giving oral evidence at managers hearings and mental health review tribunals.
* Be actively involved in supporting staff development and in effecting continual service improvement.
* Provide clinical supervision to the trainees, as well as supervising the specialty doctor.
* Clinical Audit: The post holder will participate in audit to ensure the continuous improvement of the service.
* Provide cover for holidays and absences for the consultant psychiatrist on the older adult inpatient teams at Thurrock community hospital.
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC registration and the Specialist Register (or within six months of obtaining your CCT on the date of AAC).
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
* Meets Royal College of Psychiatrists criteria for appointment to the post of Consultant.
* Section 12 Approval and Approved Clinician Status.
* Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice at the time of appointment.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
* Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
* Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* MRCPsych.
* On the Specialist Register with qualifications in Older Adult psychiatry.
* Postgraduate degree in psychiatry (MRC Psych or equivalent).
* In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Benefits
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* Opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
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