An outstanding job opportunity has arisen for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to work in a brand new residential service based in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. You will be working for one of the UK’s leading health‑care providers.
A brand new nurse‑led residential service designed to support adults with enduring mental health conditions who no longer require hospital‑level care.
To be considered for this position you must hold a (CCT) or equivalent in Psychiatry, and be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
* Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
* Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
* Supervising the process of referral and admission, including contributing to pre‑admission assessments of young people with other team members.
* Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.
Qualifications & Experience
* Held a (CCT) or equivalent in Psychiatry.
* Fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practice in the UK.
Preferred Skills
* Experience managing complex mental health conditions in NHS or equivalent settings.
* Proven clinical excellence and strong leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
* A sound knowledge of NHS standards, guidelines (e.g., NICE) and legislation relevant to mental‑health practice in the UK, including the Mental Health Act.
* Proven skills in psychopharmacology, risk assessment and evidence‑based treatment approaches.
* Excellent communication, team‑working and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Experience contributing to clinical audits, service development and training.
Benefits
* Free on‑site parking.
* Birthday as an extra day of annual leave.
* Enhanced maternity pay.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptop/tablet/smartphone) and a Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme).
* Access to development opportunities.
* Professional qualification sponsorship through the Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel.
* Leadership and management development.
* Long‑service award.
* Refer‑a‑friend bonus.
Reference ID: 7178.
For this fantastic role, please call 638 or send your CV.
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