Job summary
A vacancy arose in the Community Sunderland LD CTT as the current post holder is leaving to join higher training. We are looking for a full time Specialty doctor to join the existing team to start from 01 August 2025.The post is based at Monkwearmouth Hospital.
The post represents an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in the LD field and a portfolio career.
The team is supportive, dynamic and multidisciplinary. Training and support will be available, as required. Regular supervision will be in place.
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail before considering whether to submit an expression of interest, please contact Suzy Guirguis (suzy.guirguis@cntw.nhs.uk).
Please note we cannot sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct.
To participate annually in a job plan review with the clinical manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation.
To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.
To comply with the Trust's agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and to take an active role in the financial management of the service and support the medical director and other managers in preparing plans for services.
About us
Why us?
- Up to £8k relocation package
- 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
- Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
- Remote working available as suits service needs
- Dedicated and protected SPA time
- Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
- Teaching and research opportunities available
- Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
- Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
- Employee Excellence awards
- Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The caseload within the team is around 472 at any particular time. The post holder is expected the team in the assessment and treatment of patients. The initial assessments are conducted by nursing or psychology team with consultation and future reviews provided by the post holder.
Within the service there are patients with both complex physical and mental health alongside those with forensic background.
There are patients who are on CPA where the nursing staff act as care coordinator.
The post holder is expected to offer medical input into the team. Supervision will be offered by Dr Hany Kirolos.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The caseload within the team is around 472 at any particular time. The post holder is expected the team in the assessment and treatment of patients. The initial assessments are conducted by nursing or psychology team with consultation and future reviews provided by the post holder.
Within the service there are patients with both complex physical and mental health alongside those with forensic background.
There are patients who are on CPA where the nursing staff act as care coordinator.
The post holder is expected to offer medical input into the team. Supervision will be offered by Dr Hany Kirolos.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 or eligible for approval
Desirable
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
- Approved Clinician Status
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of psychiatry
- Extensive knowledge and experience of psychopharmacology as applied to learning disability population
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years full-time postgraduate training including 2 years work experience in psychiatry
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in psychiatry in different clinical settings
Desirable
- Experience in service management or development
- Experience of clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders
- Excellent communication skills
- Good teaching skills
- Ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 or eligible for approval
Desirable
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
- Approved Clinician Status
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of psychiatry
- Extensive knowledge and experience of psychopharmacology as applied to learning disability population
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years full-time postgraduate training including 2 years work experience in psychiatry
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in psychiatry in different clinical settings
Desirable
- Experience in service management or development
- Experience of clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders
- Excellent communication skills
- Good teaching skills
- Ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
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
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).
