Job Title:
Bank Consultant Psychiatrist
Service Line: Forensic Psychiatry
Professionally Accountable to:
Medical Director
Managerially Responsible to:
Hospital Manager
We are seeking an experienced Bank Consultant Psychiatrist who will work Ad Hoc shifts at Cygnet Bury Hudson
Cygnet Bury Hudson provides a wide range of secure mental health services for men including individuals with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
Bank shifts can include day-time shifts (9am – 5pm), evening shifts (5pm – 9am) and weekend shifts (9am – 9am)
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.
And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.
At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.
Main Duties And Responsibilities…
* Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted
* Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
* Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team
* Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
* Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
* Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits
* Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
* Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings
* Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required
* Good maintenance of patient records
* To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
* To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
* Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you…
* NHS & employee discount scheme
* Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
* Free parking
* Bespoke career pathways
* Plus much more
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is…
* Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
* Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
* Experienced & knowledgeable in forensic psychiatry
* Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
* A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
* Committed to continued professional development
* Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
As a national care provider, with a network of professional and high quality services across England, we are able to offer solutions and work in partnership with the NHS, CCGs and local authorities to provide the services they need including emergency and planned admissions. Alongside this we are able to provide robust and quality data and CQUIN reporting.
Our Nationwide Network Of Specialist Services Has Grown, And The Services We Offer Are Now Aligned To 11 Distinct Service Lines
* Secure services
* Autism Spectrum Disorder
* Acute and PICU
* Neuropsychiatric Services
* Mental Health Rehabilitation
* Older Adults
* Personality Disorder
* Eating Disorder
* CAMHS
* Deafness and Mental Health
* Learning Disability
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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