Join Our Team as a Clinical Lead Doctor!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals facing challenges with substance use? We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to become part of our innovative Bath & North East Somerset Drug and Alcohol service. This vibrant partnership is dedicated to delivering top-notch substance use treatment and recovery services across the region.
With a wealth of experience in providing substance use services both locally and nationally, our team is equipped with specialized knowledge about diverse communities. Here, you’ll have the chance to leverage community insights that truly matter.
As our Clinical Lead Doctor, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming lives and supporting those in need. Join us at Turning Point, where collaboration with addiction specialists nationwide will enrich your professional journey.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As the Clinical Lead, you will:
* Oversee all aspects of clinical governance and quality assurance, ensuring patient safety and clinical effectiveness.
* Lead service development initiatives that drive positive change.
* Advise on the creation and implementation of impactful policies.
* Champion research and innovation to enhance clinical guidance and service protocols.
* Collaborate with Turning Point colleagues nationwide to optimize patient care.
* Provide clinical supervision and training to your fellow clinical colleagues.
* Embrace the opportunity to teach students from various disciplines within the MDT.
In addition, you will:
* Offer expert advice on complex cases, including drug interactions and comorbid health issues.
* Accept referrals for individuals with severe or complex needs.
* Guide the provision of psychosocial support based on comprehensive research knowledge.
* Introduce innovative interventions to improve outcomes and service quality.
* Handle complex prescribing, including injectable opioid substitution treatments when necessary.
* Provide liaison services in acute medical and psychiatric settings and offer expert advice to courts.
* Work collaboratively with stakeholders, including HM Coroners courts and probation services.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced Addiction Psychiatrist, GP Specialist, or a suitably qualified Specialty Doctor to step into the role of Clinical Lead. Your clinical expertise and leadership skills will be essential in driving service delivery and development.
The ideal candidate will:
* Be accredited as a ‘specialist’ in substance use treatment, with one of the following qualifications:
* Listed on the GMC’s Specialist Register as a psychiatrist with an endorsement in addiction.
* Have equivalent training and experience certified by the GMC through a Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR).
* Be listed on the GMC’s GP Register (or equivalent) with appropriate training and experience.
* Meet the criteria of a specialty doctor in Addictions with relevant experience.
At Turning Point, we are committed to your ongoing professional development. We offer structured supervision, a robust monthly CPD program, and full support with appraisals and revalidations. Join us and enjoy a warm welcome, peer support, extensive training, and the chance to thrive in a dynamic organization.
We value flexibility and can accommodate full-time, part-time, or job share arrangements for the right candidate.
About Turning Point
As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we take immense pride in the services we offer. Operating on a not-for-profit basis, we reinvest every penny back into our services and our people. We believe in the power of change and continuously strive to improve the lives of those we support.
What Benefits Will You Receive?
We understand that rewards come in many forms. Whether it’s financial benefits, a culture of recognition, or opportunities for career advancement, we are here to support you with a comprehensive total reward package that includes:
* 26 days of paid holiday per year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus, the option to purchase additional holidays and spread the cost.
* Explore a wide range of exciting perks available to our employees.
We may close this advert early if we find the right candidate before the advertised closing date.
Join Turning Point and be part of a team that believes in making a difference!