Job summary
This role will be supported by a £12,000 relocation allowance.
Who are we looking for?
You will need to be enthusiastic and conscientious and do everything you can to provide the best care to our service users. We are looking for someone who displays compassion, empathy and sensitivity.
The Mental Health Liaison Service (MHLS) is based within the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH). The service covers all patients admitted to the NNUH.
Main duties of the job
The Mental Health Liaison Service (MHLS) is based within the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. The service covers the Emergency Department and in-patients at the NNUH age 16 and above; the post holder will not be expected to treat 16-18 year olds.
This job is offered as a 1.0 wte post exclusively in Liaison Psychiatry.
The successful applicant will provide Consultant Psychiatrist input as part of the MHLS team to the NNUH. This is a large teaching general hospital with around 27 wards and over 1250 beds.
About us
Norwich is the main City in Norfolk, a Cathedral town which is rapidly expanding with a new shopping complex and housing redevelopments.
There are good local schools in both the local authority and independent sectors. There is variety of housing available, however on the whole it remains highly competitive with that of Cambridge or London, the latter accessible by car or train in 120 minutes.
Norwich airport is just approximately 20 mins from NNUH.
We believe these factors, combined with excellent working relationships, have contributed to high levels of recruitment and retention of our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
***For further information regarding this role, please find the attached Job Description and Person Specification***
Job description
Job responsibilities
***For further information regarding this role, please find the attached Job Description and Person Specification***
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the GMC Register
- Approved clinician status
- Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
- Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Experience
Essential
- 3 years or equivalent medical experience
- 6 months experience in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
Attributes
Essential
- Effective team working
- Leadership qualities
- Flexibility
- Driving Licence/able to travel independently
- Research
Clinical Governance
Essential
- A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Teaching and presentation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the GMC Register
- Approved clinician status
- Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
- Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Experience
Essential
- 3 years or equivalent medical experience
- 6 months experience in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
Attributes
Essential
- Effective team working
- Leadership qualities
- Flexibility
- Driving Licence/able to travel independently
- Research
Clinical Governance
Essential
- A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Teaching and presentation skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
