Join an established Inpatient team, and a supportive Consultant group within leafy Trafford in South Manchester. Flexible working patterns are supported and the role can be adapted if the successful applicant wishes to work part time or establish other interests for example research. The Consultant Psychiatrist will be responsible for the care of 15 patients on Brook ward, a 21-bedded all male acute assessment ward, with the support of ward Associate Specialty doctor who is already in post. They will take an active role in developing the service and be supported in innovation in the delivery of patient centred high quality care. This is based at the Moorside Unit, on the site of Trafford General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Provide Medical leadership for MDT meetings Carry out comprehensive psychiatric Assessment and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward. Support ward based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice. Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status according to agreed procedures. Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team Maintain a high level of effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service including other wards and inpatient units, community mental health teams, services and primary care Liaison with Families and Carers Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise other members of the medical teams in Tribunal work Assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment and authorise Section 17 leave About us Largest mental health provider in Greater Manchester with focus on delivering excellent mental health care. Posts across rural, suburban and urban settings. Standard offer of 2.5 SPAs: 7.5 DCCs (pro rata). Support for flexible and less than full-time working. Opportunities to pursue a special interest. The Trust is highly active in research and innovation and has links with a number of local universities consultants can engage with research from recruitment through to dedicated research time. Clear framework for interested colleagues to develop management and leadership skills and take up positions in leadership and management. Access to in-house training including a Recovery Academy. Structured and supported approach to appraisal and revalidation. Agreed process for career breaks. Relocation package. Job description Job responsibilities
For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Medical Degree Desirable
MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Eligibility Essential
Specialist Register GMC Registration Desirable
Approved Clinician Employer details Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital
Manchester
M41 5SL
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
Provide Medical leadership for MDT meetings Carry out comprehensive psychiatric Assessment and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward. Support ward based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice. Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status according to agreed procedures. Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team Maintain a high level of effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service including other wards and inpatient units, community mental health teams, services and primary care Liaison with Families and Carers Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise other members of the medical teams in Tribunal work Assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment and authorise Section 17 leave About us Largest mental health provider in Greater Manchester with focus on delivering excellent mental health care. Posts across rural, suburban and urban settings. Standard offer of 2.5 SPAs: 7.5 DCCs (pro rata). Support for flexible and less than full-time working. Opportunities to pursue a special interest. The Trust is highly active in research and innovation and has links with a number of local universities consultants can engage with research from recruitment through to dedicated research time. Clear framework for interested colleagues to develop management and leadership skills and take up positions in leadership and management. Access to in-house training including a Recovery Academy. Structured and supported approach to appraisal and revalidation. Agreed process for career breaks. Relocation package. Job description Job responsibilities
For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Medical Degree Desirable
MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Eligibility Essential
Specialist Register GMC Registration Desirable
Approved Clinician Employer details Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital
Manchester
M41 5SL
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
