Job summary
We are looking for versatile, enthusiastic individuals to join our Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry teams to support us on our improvement and transformation journey.
This a fantastic time to join us we need forward thinking, dynamic change agents to join our teams who would offer first class clinical leadership and clinical care across all our Mental Health Specialities and who will support is in our on-going journey of transformation by bringing new ways looking at issues and thinking about how we deliver services.
You must be registered with a licence to practice with the GMC with a CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or MRCPsych or recognised equivalent is a requirement for this post. All applicants must have Section 12 Approval and Approved Clinician Status when taking up this post.
We're happy to discuss your specific career requirement with you and may be able to offer blended job plans, opportunities for Speciality Lead and education, training or research as well as flexible working opportunities or a more traditional 10 session role if this is what you are looking for.
We can also offer you
*Support with Housing costs and a Relocation assistance of up to 8K
*10% responsibility allowance for Adult Inpatient and Inpatient Specialist Services Role
*Pension alternative contribution policy
*At least 2.5 SPAs (Pro-rata)
*Opportunities to be a Clinical/Educational Supervisor
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be responsible for providing clinical care and be the responsible clinician for up to 18 inpatients, depending on which ward the post is aligned to.
As well as providing clinical leadership to the team and liaising with a wide variety of other stakeholders both in the locality and the wider geographical area the trust covers.
The consultants will have the support from the acute inpatient services which is established at 3 WTE consultants. The posts are supported by a two Middle grade Doctors who are shared across the 4 wards and 5 core trainees as wells as, nursing staff, OT, psychology and support staff. Each ward has its own ward manager with a modern matron overseeing the unit.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 12,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust's community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full Registration with the General Medical Council
* MRCPsych or recognised equivalent
* Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT at time of interview. CCT in general adult psychiatry.
* Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full Registration with the General Medical Council
* MRCPsych or recognised equivalent
* Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT at time of interview. CCT in general adult psychiatry.
* Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Antelope House
Brintons Terrace
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 0YG
Employer's website #J-18808-Ljbffr