This service provides low secure care and specialised treatment for adults aged 18 years and older with a learning disability. Patients may also have other associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs)
**To be considered for this position be medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent and on GMC’s specialist register**
As the Consultant Psychiatrist your key responsibilities include:
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers’ hearings & attend hearings
Participate in the 1 in 6/7 telephone on-call rota
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary up to £160,000 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a Full Time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Annual leave 25 days to 30 days depending on length of service – plus your birthday off!
Free meals and parking
Wellbeing support and activities
Career development and training
Pension contribution
Enhanced Maternity Package
Reference ID: 6312
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk
Date Posted: Posted 1 year ago Location: Diss IP22 5TU, UK Job Title: An exceptional mental health service in Norfolk requires a Consultant Psychiatrist Reference ID: 6312 Hours: 37.5h / week Salary: £160,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr