Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME. The consultant post provides medical leadership to the multidisciplinary clinical team working on the ward and provides clinical expertise in the assessment and treatment of inpatients admitted to the inpatient WAA adult psychiatric unit. The role will involve working closely with the nurse consultant, consultant psychologist, specialty grade doctor, the resident ward doctor, the nursing team, and the ward manager to provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and formulation to patients admitted, working closely with patients and carers and also with partner agencies and other professionals. The job provides opportunities to address mental health difficulties with comorbid physical health problems and help the person's overall recovery. When you work for CNTW, you will work for a Trust that has been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC and is ranked 1st nationally in the GMC trainer survey for the support provided to trainers. You will make a difference in changing people's lives. You will join a medical workforce that is passionate about providing care and receive superb training and development opportunities and excellent staff benefits. Main duties of the job
The consultant will provide clinical and medical expertise in the expert management of the severe enduring mental illnesses of the patients admitted to the ward. The consultant will provide medical and clinical leadership to the ward team working with the fellow consultant colleague working in the same ward, nurse consultant, specialty doctor, and ward resident doctor to the assessment, diagnosis, formulation, and treatment and management of patients admitted to the ward. The consultant will provide relevant assessments and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act. The consultant will liaise and work jointly with other teams, agencies, and professionals to facilitate the treatment and progression of the patient's recovery through the person's treatment pathway. Job responsibilities
To provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and formulation to patients admitted under the post holder's care. To assess and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act. To act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act and to have section 12 approval to detain patients when required. To provide urgent assessments including S136 and liaison assessments. To provide (or ensure referral to the appropriate service for the provision of) up-to-date, evidence-based interventions for the patients admitted under the post holder's care. To collaborate with GPs, Community Treatment Team, and primary care clinicians regarding the physical health care of patients admitted under the post holder's care. To provide leadership, consultation, advice, and guidance within the adult acute pathway. To work collaboratively with Senior Clinical Colleagues in the Inpatient Care team. To work collaboratively with colleagues in other specialist mental health teams. To take a lead role with the Team Manager and other colleagues in service improvements and development. To contribute to the ongoing training and development programme within the team. To train and supervise junior medical staff, medical students, and other allied professions. To lead, collaborate, and advise on research and audit projects in the team, within the clinical governance agenda. To complete administrative tasks necessary for the fulfilment of the clinical role. Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
MBBS (or equivalent) Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice MRCPsych or equivalent Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT Approved as Approved clinician under the MHA 1983 or eligible for approval Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge
Up-to-date knowledge in the field of old age psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy, and legislation An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies Experience
Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in old age psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Experience in multi-agency work especially with service users, carers, and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills
High level of clinical skills Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry Excellent teaching skills Demonstrate the ability to work in a time-efficient manner Established record of clinical leadership Established ability as a clinical teacher Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy Personal Characteristics
Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthiness Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post Maturity, openness, and flexibility 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. Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata for part-time
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At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME. The consultant post provides medical leadership to the multidisciplinary clinical team working on the ward and provides clinical expertise in the assessment and treatment of inpatients admitted to the inpatient WAA adult psychiatric unit. The role will involve working closely with the nurse consultant, consultant psychologist, specialty grade doctor, the resident ward doctor, the nursing team, and the ward manager to provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and formulation to patients admitted, working closely with patients and carers and also with partner agencies and other professionals. The job provides opportunities to address mental health difficulties with comorbid physical health problems and help the person's overall recovery. When you work for CNTW, you will work for a Trust that has been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC and is ranked 1st nationally in the GMC trainer survey for the support provided to trainers. You will make a difference in changing people's lives. You will join a medical workforce that is passionate about providing care and receive superb training and development opportunities and excellent staff benefits. Main duties of the job
The consultant will provide clinical and medical expertise in the expert management of the severe enduring mental illnesses of the patients admitted to the ward. The consultant will provide medical and clinical leadership to the ward team working with the fellow consultant colleague working in the same ward, nurse consultant, specialty doctor, and ward resident doctor to the assessment, diagnosis, formulation, and treatment and management of patients admitted to the ward. The consultant will provide relevant assessments and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act. The consultant will liaise and work jointly with other teams, agencies, and professionals to facilitate the treatment and progression of the patient's recovery through the person's treatment pathway. Job responsibilities
To provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and formulation to patients admitted under the post holder's care. To assess and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act. To act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act and to have section 12 approval to detain patients when required. To provide urgent assessments including S136 and liaison assessments. To provide (or ensure referral to the appropriate service for the provision of) up-to-date, evidence-based interventions for the patients admitted under the post holder's care. To collaborate with GPs, Community Treatment Team, and primary care clinicians regarding the physical health care of patients admitted under the post holder's care. To provide leadership, consultation, advice, and guidance within the adult acute pathway. To work collaboratively with Senior Clinical Colleagues in the Inpatient Care team. To work collaboratively with colleagues in other specialist mental health teams. To take a lead role with the Team Manager and other colleagues in service improvements and development. To contribute to the ongoing training and development programme within the team. To train and supervise junior medical staff, medical students, and other allied professions. To lead, collaborate, and advise on research and audit projects in the team, within the clinical governance agenda. To complete administrative tasks necessary for the fulfilment of the clinical role. Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
MBBS (or equivalent) Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice MRCPsych or equivalent Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT Approved as Approved clinician under the MHA 1983 or eligible for approval Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge
Up-to-date knowledge in the field of old age psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy, and legislation An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies Experience
Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in old age psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Experience in multi-agency work especially with service users, carers, and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills
High level of clinical skills Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry Excellent teaching skills Demonstrate the ability to work in a time-efficient manner Established record of clinical leadership Established ability as a clinical teacher Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy Personal Characteristics
Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthiness Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post Maturity, openness, and flexibility 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. Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata for part-time
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