Consultant Psychiatrist - Male Adult Inpatients, based at St Mary's Hospital in Kettering, Northamptonshire
Avocet ward is a 16 bedded male only inpatient ward and this post will require assessment and management of a wide range of psychiatric presentations.
RC/AC status and section 12 required for this role.
Main duties of the job
The ward takes direct new admissions of a range of presentations. You will be supported in this role by a range of junior doctors (FY2 and GPVTS) and it is expected you will have regular dialogue with the two consultant psychiatrists on the other two adult inpatient wards onsite. The Welland centre is a modern stand-alone 4 ward psychiatric inpatient unit and is staffed by a MDT including nursing staff, occupational therapists, and psychologists. Cross cover will be provided by both inpatient and outpatient consultant colleagues on a rotational basis as is the system currently.
About us
Our core strategy is to be an
employer of choice ,
a great place to work
and be known for a
diverse and inclusive culture
whose staff feel
valued . We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics, and patients own homes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document, or contact the team via Medical Workforce.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
MRCPsych Full GMC Registration On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act
Desirable
Additional Postgraduate Qualifications Publication of original research Management training
Behaviours and Values
Essential
In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement Ability to work independently as well as part of a MDT Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post Ability to work under pressure Willingness to participate in in-house training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues, and staff at all levels. Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals Ability to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole An understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
Desirable
Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Experienced in clinical research and/or service evaluation
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address
St Mary's Hospital Kettering NN15 7PW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 270-MED407-A
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Avocet ward is a 16 bedded male only inpatient ward and this post will require assessment and management of a wide range of psychiatric presentations.
RC/AC status and section 12 required for this role.
Main duties of the job
The ward takes direct new admissions of a range of presentations. You will be supported in this role by a range of junior doctors (FY2 and GPVTS) and it is expected you will have regular dialogue with the two consultant psychiatrists on the other two adult inpatient wards onsite. The Welland centre is a modern stand-alone 4 ward psychiatric inpatient unit and is staffed by a MDT including nursing staff, occupational therapists, and psychologists. Cross cover will be provided by both inpatient and outpatient consultant colleagues on a rotational basis as is the system currently.
About us
Our core strategy is to be an
employer of choice ,
a great place to work
and be known for a
diverse and inclusive culture
whose staff feel
valued . We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics, and patients own homes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document, or contact the team via Medical Workforce.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
MRCPsych Full GMC Registration On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act
Desirable
Additional Postgraduate Qualifications Publication of original research Management training
Behaviours and Values
Essential
In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement Ability to work independently as well as part of a MDT Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post Ability to work under pressure Willingness to participate in in-house training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues, and staff at all levels. Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals Ability to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole An understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
Desirable
Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Experienced in clinical research and/or service evaluation
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address
St Mary's Hospital Kettering NN15 7PW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 270-MED407-A
#J-18808-Ljbffr
