Job summary
At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME".
As a Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist, you will know what it means to achieve this by leading a team. Striving for a better service leads to a better you.
As a specialist in working age psychiatry, you will be leading in the delivery of care in the inpatient ward. You will be part of well-resourced clinical teams. The ongoing input from other colleagues and day on call cover will also continue; this therefore, guarantees protection for the SPA sessions.
Main duties of the job
We look forward to recruiting a dynamic, flexible, innovative, trustworthy, supportive, efficient and inspirational Consultant with vast knowledge and experience in the practice of General Adult Psychiatry in different settings.
Excellent communication and teaching skills, proven competence in formulation, establishing diagnoses, ability to influence comprehensive treatment plans and working effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams are some of the key attributes that will determine success as Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry for a 10-bed working age adult (H1) ward for female patients (with crisis team sessions if working full time).
You will have your own office space and will be supported by a medical assistant and/or medical secretary.
This is a substantive and full-time post. However, as noted above we would be happy to consider applicants available on a part time or fixed term basis.
About us
Why us?
Up to £8k relocation package
30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
Remote working available as suits service needs
Dedicated and protected SPA time
Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
Teaching and research opportunities available
Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
Employee Excellence awards
Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
For a discussion about the role (in confidence) or visits please contact
Dr Neeraj Berry (Group Medical Director)
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
1. MBBS (or equivalent)
2. MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
3. Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
4. Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
5. Approved Clinician Status
6. Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
Desirable
7. Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
8. Has undergone training in educational supervision
9. Has undergone training in appraisal
Knowledge
Essential
10. Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
11. Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
12. An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
13. Experience of multidisciplinary team working
14. Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
15. Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
16. Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
17. Experience in service management or development
18. Experience in remote consultations. Interest and enthusiasm in developing tele-psychiatry
Skills
Essential
19. High level of clinical skills
20. Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
21. Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
22. Excellent communication skills
23. Excellent teaching skills
24. Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
25. Established record of clinical leadership
26. Established ability as a clinical teacher
27. Training in specific and relevant treatment skills, a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal Characteristics
Essential
28. Able to sustain self and support others
29. Trustworthiness
30. Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
31. Maturity, openness and flexibility