Consultant Psychiatrist in Perinatal Mental Health Community Service
Are you passionate about supporting mothers during one of the most important transitions of their life? Do you want to work in a supportive, patient-centric environment where collaboration is key? We're looking for a dedicated, skilled and compassionate Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist to join our dynamic and friendly Community Perinatal Mental Health Team in Medway & Swale. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where we take an individualised approach for treating mental illness in new and expectant mothers and foster the developing bond between mother and baby. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert psychiatric care to women experiencing mental health issues during pregnancy and the postnatal period. Your role will be key in enabling the recovery and well-being of mothers while supporting the crucial attachment and relationship between mother and baby, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and provide expert clinical care for individuals experiencing perinatal mental health conditions. Main duties of the job: To provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to women with perinatal mental health conditions. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team, provide clinical leadership and supervision when appropriate. To provide expert assessment including risk assessment and formulate management plans in complex cases, including prescribing advice on psychotropic medication in pregnancy and breastfeeding. To work in a collaborative way with maternity services, primary care, health visiting and children and family services ensuring a holistic, integrated approach to care. To be approved as a Responsible Clinician and act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for the purpose of Mental Health Act assessments. To support the development and training of acute hospital staff and mental health staff to increase knowledge and skills in perinatal mental health. To provide regular supervision for resident doctors and contribute to research, clinical governance and service development. Working for our organisation: We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England. Part time or job-share applications are welcome. Our Benefits: A Recruitment Bonus of £15,000 Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000 Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest Person specification: Essential criteria: MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise. On the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment. Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment. Desirable criteria: Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych
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Are you passionate about supporting mothers during one of the most important transitions of their life? Do you want to work in a supportive, patient-centric environment where collaboration is key? We're looking for a dedicated, skilled and compassionate Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist to join our dynamic and friendly Community Perinatal Mental Health Team in Medway & Swale. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where we take an individualised approach for treating mental illness in new and expectant mothers and foster the developing bond between mother and baby. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert psychiatric care to women experiencing mental health issues during pregnancy and the postnatal period. Your role will be key in enabling the recovery and well-being of mothers while supporting the crucial attachment and relationship between mother and baby, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and provide expert clinical care for individuals experiencing perinatal mental health conditions. Main duties of the job: To provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to women with perinatal mental health conditions. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team, provide clinical leadership and supervision when appropriate. To provide expert assessment including risk assessment and formulate management plans in complex cases, including prescribing advice on psychotropic medication in pregnancy and breastfeeding. To work in a collaborative way with maternity services, primary care, health visiting and children and family services ensuring a holistic, integrated approach to care. To be approved as a Responsible Clinician and act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for the purpose of Mental Health Act assessments. To support the development and training of acute hospital staff and mental health staff to increase knowledge and skills in perinatal mental health. To provide regular supervision for resident doctors and contribute to research, clinical governance and service development. Working for our organisation: We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England. Part time or job-share applications are welcome. Our Benefits: A Recruitment Bonus of £15,000 Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000 Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest Person specification: Essential criteria: MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise. On the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment. Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment. Desirable criteria: Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych
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