Inpatient General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist - North Devon at Islet Systems
Job Summary
Our dynamic team at Moorland View Ward seeks an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist to lead clinical care. Moorland View is a 16‑bed mixed‑gender acute psychiatric ward at North Devon District Hospital, Barnstaple, offering close proximity to the stunning Devon coast and convenient links to Exeter and Bristol.
Our Team
* Multi‑professional Approved Clinician (Nurse Consultant)
* B7 Clinical Team Lead
* 2x B6 Charge Nurses
* B5 Registered Mental Nurses (RMN)
* Occupational Therapy Team
* Clinical Psychologist
* Activities Coordinator
What We’re Looking For
We seek a forward‑thinking Consultant Psychiatrist eager to take a leading clinical role within our multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside an experienced Consultant Nurse approved clinician in a growing cross‑agency, cross‑team response to meet the evolving mental health needs of our community.
Main Duties
Moorland View Ward is a vital part of the Urgent and Inpatient Care system in North Devon, collaborating closely with the Home Treatment Team, alternative-to-admission beds, and an intensive inpatient rehabilitation ward to provide a flexible, local response for North Devon’s most mentally unwell residents. Your chief responsibilities include clinical assessment, treatment planning, medication management, and multidisciplinary team leadership.
Our Collaborative Network
We maintain strong working relationships with Psychiatric Liaison, Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service, and adjacent wards for older persons and rehabilitation. Senior clinicians participate in a local supportive peer group, attend weekly academic programmes, and have opportunities to extend teaching and supervision experience.
Our Facilities
* 16‑bed mixed‑gender ward with en‑suite bedrooms and a serene garden.
* MDT office space, music room, dining room, gym, Occupational Therapy kitchen, patient kitchen and an occupational therapy garden/growing space (soon).
* Seclusion area, long‑term segregation area (en‑suite bedroom, lounge and enclosed garden), additional garden space, and arts room.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
* Wide clinical experience in adult, older adult psychiatry.
* Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
* Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
* Experience in inpatient psychiatry.
Aptitudes
* Excellent communication skills.
* Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
* Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
* A track record of implementing service initiatives.
Management
* Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
* Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
* Management training / experience.
* Experience of involvement in service development.
Qualifications
* MBBS (or equivalent).
* Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice.
* MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
* Included on the GMC Specialist Register, or eligible for inclusion, or included within 6 months of CCT. Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
* Approved Clinician status.
* Possess a CCT (or equivalence) in adult psychiatry.
* Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field.
* Has undergone training in educational supervision.
* Has undergone training in appraisal.
Teaching and Supervision
* Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
* Other evidence of supporting professional development of others.
* Evidence of additional teaching skills.
* Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
* Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Research
* Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
* Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Values
* A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
* A commitment to continuing professional development.
* A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi‑agency working.
* A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
* A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from those requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple, Devon
EX31 4JB
Website: https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Part‑time
Job Function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Mental Health Care
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