Job summary
We are looking for two enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrists to join our Liaison Psychiatry team.
Our team operates within a large acute trust with a variety of tertiary services. We collaborate closely with acute care colleagues to provide comprehensive support for patients with mental health needs who are admitted to the hospital. Our work involves diagnosing and managing a wide range of mental health conditions in patients with physical health issues, as well as assisting teams in caring for individuals with multiple long-term chronic conditions. The team is composed of 5.0 WTE consultants, doctors-in-training, nurse practitioners, and liaison psychology professionals.
Post 1: Consultant General Adult Liaison Psychiatrist with a special interest in substance use disorders. 8 PA position, including two sessions dedicated to Substance Use Disorders Psychiatry.
Post 2: Consultant General Adult Liaison Psychiatrist & Education Lead for the Liaison Psychiatry Team. 8 PA position, including two sessions focused on acting as the Education Lead for the department, in collaboration with our existing Education Team.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be based at Southampton General Hospital, University Southampton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Southampton General Hospital
The post holder will be appointed by Southern Health Foundation Trust (the mental health trust) but will also have an honorary contract with University Hospitals Southampton NHS Trust (the acute trust).
This post is part of a liaison psychiatry MDT service covering the whole hospital (Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit, and wards), working alongside adult liaison consultants and old age liaison consultants. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and consultant input into the Adult Liaison Psychiatry team. There is opportunity to develop a special interest in an area of the medical Trust (e.g., surgery, medicine, obstetrics) according to the post-holder's interests.
The general adult liaison psychiatry team has an established 24/7 practitioner cover. We operate a Band 7 triage model to maintain good performance in meeting the CORE 24 standards. Our team includes consultant psychiatrists, doctors-in-training, liaison psychologists, nurses, and a dedicated admin team including a medical secretary.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organization, integrating expertise from mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 staff across more than 300 sites, we focus on patient and staff-centered care. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and consistency of care, aiming to improve outcomes, foster innovation, and meet the needs of our populations.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts, and Hampshire CAMHS, enabling seamless care across the region. Join us to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are dedicated to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer excellent opportunities for career development, training, and collaboration.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details about the Trust and this role are available in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. We are committed to accessible and inclusive recruitment processes. If you have concerns about barriers related to sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief, or disability, please contact the Trust's Recruitment team as detailed in the advert. We will strive to resolve these issues.
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements; all requests can be considered during the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
* MRCPsych or recognized equivalent
* Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT at the time of interview
* CCT in general adult psychiatry
* Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
Additional requirements
This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants requiring UK sponsorship are welcome; further info is available on the Trust's website. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Princess Anne Hospital, Coxford Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 5YA
Employer's website: [Link to the Trust's website]
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