Overview
Job Title: Specialty Doctor
Service Line: Female Mental Health Rehabilitation
Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist
Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager
Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry - and a competitive salary? With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme. We are seeking an experienced part-time (3 days per week) Specialty Doctor who will work at Cygnet Kenney House and provide psychiatric care on Harben Ward, a 16 bed mental health rehabilitation and recovery service. Cygnet Kenney House is our new hospital for women, located in Oldham and due to open April 2025. Providing a safe and secure care pathway for women with mental health needs, the service will be opening soon. You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy 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.
Responsibilities
* Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients
* Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit
* Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
* Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings
* Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
* Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
* Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S
* Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports
* Participating in the duty doctor on call rota dependent on the needs of the region
CESR Programme
This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level - and you'll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties. You'll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development - and you'll receive support with MRCPsych exams.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
* Experienced & knowledgeable in 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
Benefits & Rewards
* Salary up to £48,960 per year
* Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
* 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
* Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
* Contributory pension scheme
* Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
* Company Funded Cash plan with benefits including dental, optical, prescriptions and more
* Gym discounts and access to online fitness programs
* Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
* Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
* Smart Health Toolkit including 24 hour GP service
* Electric Car Scheme
Application Process
1. Step 1 – Application Submission: Your application is received and reviewed by our recruitment team.
2. Step 2 – Automated Confirmation: You'll receive an automated email confirming receipt of your application.
3. Step 3 – Application Review: We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience.
4. Step 4 – Initial Screening: If your application is suitable, you'll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call.
5. Step 5 – Interview: If you meet the screening criteria, you'll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you're applying to.
6. Step 6 – Feedback and Offer: Following the interview, you'll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.
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