We are looking to recruit a substantive Consultant Psychiatrist to work with the Darwen CMHT, based at Daisyfield Mill, Blackburn. The post is full time (10PAs). This post is one of six CMHT Adult Consultant Psychiatrist posts (6 WTE) within the Pennine Lancs locality. The post holder will carry no responsibility for inpatients. The Consultant will provide Medical Leadership to the CMHT MDT and will work with medical and non-medical colleagues as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. The Multi-disciplinary Team will be made up of the Mental Health Nursing team, Pharmacists, Psychologists and Occupational Therapists with input from Social Workers from the relevant Local Authority. The post will give opportunities for teaching colleagues including resident doctors, Medical students and other professionals. Applicants should hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist register of the GMC or they should be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date. It is a requirement that applicants are Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or are eligible to have Approved Clinician Status. Remuneration will be as set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.
At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full time post (we would be flexible in looking at enhancements to support other activities that support the wider ambitions of the Trust).
Study leave budget of £3000 over 3 years or up to £5000 over 3 years for newly qualified Consultants.
Relocation package available.
At our Trust, we’re really keen to develop our Consultant workforce and nurture their areas of interest in a flexible way where possible. Come and have a chat with us about what your special interest or development area and build a suitable job plan with us. We also have an extremely active Medical Education department and support our Consultants in becoming Clinical & Educational Supervisors and nurturing their interests in this area.
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