Consultant Psychiatrist
Join a brand-new acute Mental Health service where you will play a central role in shaping care pathways and building the culture alongside the senior leadership team.
This role is ideal for a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in inpatient settings, including working with patients under the Mental Health Act, and with an interest in supporting trauma-affected patients.
Key Responsibilities
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Assume Responsible Clinician (RC) duties for Dunnock View, supported by non-consultant grade doctors and the Lead Consultant Psychiatrist
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Ensure patients admitted are assessed, treated, and discharged safely
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Oversee medication management
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Support clinical governance, including quality assurance, complaints management, and co-production
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Deliver care in line with NICE guidance
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Lead and manage CPA and ICR processes to ensure compliance with quality standards
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Participate in the On Call Consultant rota
Requirements
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Medically qualified (MRC Psych or equivalent)
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Innovative and able to initiate corporate decisions
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Understanding of current developments in psychiatry and mental health
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Knowledge of change management, legislation, contemporary mental health issues, and purchaser/provider contractual issues
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Previous Consultant experience
What’s on Offer
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Competitive annual salary
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£5,000 car allowance
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30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave
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Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) with employer contribution
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Life Assurance
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Enhanced maternity package
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Free meals while on duty
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Employee Assistance Services
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Career development and training opportunities
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Wellbeing support and activities
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Voluntary benefits
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Medical indemnity cover