We are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Inpatient Rehabilitation service.
Job Responsibilities
* As a clinical leader in the team, the post‑holder will be in overall charge of patient’s care.
* They will delegate to other team members and support the development of individual team members in pursuit of excellent clinical care.
* The post‑holder will have expert knowledge of options for the use of psychotropic medication and of the monitoring and treatment of physical illnesses, including when to refer patients to their GPs or specialists.
* They will have good working knowledge of the use of MHA, MCA, safeguarding procedures and the Court of Protection.
Benefits
1. This post attracts a recruitment bonus of £15,000.
2. Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000.
3. Easy access to an in‑house research team and academic opportunity through Kent’s own Medical School.
4. Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the NHS pension scheme.
5. Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme – bank your annual leave to save up for that all‑important extended break.
6. Flexible working – just ask and we will try to help.
7. Excellent learning and development opportunities – we offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, education, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their interests.
8. Free access to an independent counselling service.
9. Blue Light Card – a discount service for the NHS.
10. Car lease scheme.
11. A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage members and allies to reflect KMMH values and promote equality and diversity.
Person Specification
Training, Qualifications and Registration – Essential
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
* Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
* On the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months of completing CCT in adult psychiatry.
* Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
* Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* MRCPsych.
* Additional clinical qualifications.
* In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience – Essential
* Excellent knowledge in specialty.
* Excellent clinical skills using a bio‑psycho‑social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
* Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
* Makes decisions based on evidence and experience, including the contribution of others.
* Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
Desirable
* Wide range of specialist and sub‑specialist experience relevant to the post within NHS or comparable service.
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning – Essential
* Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
* Ability to work in and lead a team.
* Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement.
* Participated in continuous professional development.
* Participated in research or service evaluation.
* Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
* Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.
Desirable
* Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
* Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
* Experienced in clinical research and/ or service evaluation.
* Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
* Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients.
Transport – Essential
* Holds and will use a valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.
Employer Details
Employer name: Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust
Address: Rosebud Centre, 33‑39 Birling Road, Leybourne, ME19 5HT
Part‑time or job‑share applications are welcome.
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