Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience
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Job overview
**The exciting new role of Associate Medical Director for West Norfolk Locality would also be considered for the right candidate, if the candidate was interested in a leadership development opportunity**
* All of our substantive Consultant vacancies attract a 'New Starter' package of £15,000 spread over 3 years as a recruitment bonus
* All new starters receive up to £12,000 relocation package
* CPD is being paid at the higher level of £2000 per annum with the facility accumulating annual funding for up to three years to accommodate accessing higher cost development opportunities
* 'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and Specialty Doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years, to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables the opportunity for planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic Consultant to provide community secondary mental health services to adults over the age of 25 years with mental health needs requiring specialist assessment and interventions.
There are two adult Community Mental Health teams in the West Norfolk area; one that serves the Kings Lynn area and one that serves the Downham Market and Swaffham area
Main duties of the job
The post has 7.5 programmed direct clinical activity sessions and 2.5 programmed 'supporting professional activity' sessions.
The job plans and working patterns of doctors reflect the functional requirements of the Locality and the National Service Framework for Mental Health and are not determined by catchment area.
All whole time doctors are expected to work 7.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions in one or more of the clinical teams.
Through job planning and agreement 2.5 sessions Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) allow for the possibility of a special interest, teaching and research, management duties, administration and continuing professional development.
These arrangements allow for some flexibility and the opportunity for doctors to change their working patterns and clinical interests as things develop. With regular job plan reviews it is expected that doctors roles will be flexible and the focus of the role change the from time to time, e.g. from predominantly in-patient to say primary care.
Working for our organisation
There are 10 consultant psychiatrist posts in West Norfolk. These include 3 consultant psychiatrists in the working age adult community mental health service, 2 consultant psychiatrists working in older adults community services, one consultant psychiatrist working in the inpatient service at Samphire Ward, one consultant psychiatrist working in the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment team and one consultant psychiatrist working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, in a liaison service; this has recently been reviewed, and with an intention to meet Core 24 standards there will be a further consultant psychiatry post developed. There are 2 consultant psychiatrists working in the Children, Family and Youth People's Service, providing community care for people up to the age of 25 years.
The non-consultant workforce in West Norfolk includes 3 Staff and Specialist doctor posts, and up to 9 trainee doctors. NSFT has developed a number of non-medical prescribers to support the clinical workforce in delivering timely and excellent care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Community Mental Health Team is made up of multi professional colleagues, including Nurses, Psychologists, Clinical Support workers, and associate practitioners. The Community Mental Health team also hosts graduate trainees, medical trainees and students, and nursing students.
For further information, please see the attached job description.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Entry on the GMC register
* Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
* Approved Clinician Status
* Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Experience
Essential criteria
* 6 months experience in specific specialty
* 3 years or equivalent medical experience
* Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
Teaching
Essential criteria
* Experience of supervising junior medical staff
* Teaching and presentation skills
Clinical Governance
Essential criteria
* A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
* Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Attributes
Essential criteria
* Effective team working
* Leadership qualities
* Flexibility
* Driving Licence/able to travel independently
* Research
YOUR APPLICATION
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post may be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.