Job summary
This is a Specialist Trainee post in General Adult Psychiatry (ST4-6) based at Shannon ward, Dennis Scott Unit, Edgware Community Hospital, London, HA8 0AD. The ward is accredited through the Royal College of Psychiatrist, Quality Network for Inpatient Working Age Mental Health Services (QNWA).
The successful candidate will be working with a multidisciplinary team consisting of a consultant psychiatrist, speciality doctor, core trainee, nurses, psychologists and occupational therapists.
Main duties of the job
The ward is general adult admission and treatment ward.
Admissions are mainly from the Place of Safety, Accident and Emergency Departments, medical wards within General Hospitals, police custody and the community. Patients admitted to the ward informally are subject to a "gate-keeping" assessment by the Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Team. In addition, the ward accepts stepdown patients from the PICU located at Chase Farm Hospital.
The main purpose of the ward is to ensure the comprehensive, timely and efficient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of all patients with a clear focus on achieving a safe return to treatment in the least-restrictive setting back in the community as quickly as possible. This involves the proactive anticipation, evaluation, and resolution of all potential impediments to early discharge of the patient.
The post holder will be expected to provide high quality clinical care and contribute to the day-to-day management of patients, under the supervision of the Responsible Clinician (see job description for more detail).
About us
Barnet Enfield and Haringey Mental Health Trust is a multiple award-winning, combined mental health and community Trust providing local, regional and national healthcare services. We are one of the largest employers in North London with over 3000 staff delivering a range of mental health and community services to a population of over one million.
BEH manages the renowned North London Forensic Services (NLFS), rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC. This service treats and cares for people within the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions.
We also provide one of the largest eating disorder services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services and mental health liaison services in North Middlesex University Hospitals Trust.
Our values and quality improvement are at the heart of everything we do, please consider joining us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To attend and at times lead the morning ward meeting (Flow meeting) with the ward manager or deputy manager.
- The assessment and initial treatment of new admissions, performing physical examinations and the organisation of clinically indicated physical investigations.
- The ongoing assessment and management of inpatients, including contributing to multidisciplinary reviews by presenting updated clinical information on patients and documenting the multidisciplinary discussion.
- Participation in Formulation/CPA meetings and relevant documentation.
- To facilitate access to a range of community orientated services through liaison with community teams.
- To liaise closely with the relevant Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams and crisis houses to facilitate early discharge of patients back into the community.
- To liaise effectively with other Trust services and external partner agencies in the best interests of patients.
- To participate in Mental Health Tribunal work under the supervision of the responsible clinician
- To promote mental health and independence for all.
- To provide a service of the highest quality, within the limits of our resources.
- To provide clinical support to core psychiatric trainees and nonmedical staff.
- To provide annual and study leave cover for colleagues.
- To comply with all legal obligations covering clinical practice e.g. MHA (1983) and MCA (2005).
- To commit to ensuring fair access to services for all.
- To comply with procedures on reporting concerns about professional conduct or competence of medical or other colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To attend and at times lead the morning ward meeting (Flow meeting) with the ward manager or deputy manager.
- The assessment and initial treatment of new admissions, performing physical examinations and the organisation of clinically indicated physical investigations.
- The ongoing assessment and management of inpatients, including contributing to multidisciplinary reviews by presenting updated clinical information on patients and documenting the multidisciplinary discussion.
- Participation in Formulation/CPA meetings and relevant documentation.
- To facilitate access to a range of community orientated services through liaison with community teams.
- To liaise closely with the relevant Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams and crisis houses to facilitate early discharge of patients back into the community.
- To liaise effectively with other Trust services and external partner agencies in the best interests of patients.
- To participate in Mental Health Tribunal work under the supervision of the responsible clinician
- To promote mental health and independence for all.
- To provide a service of the highest quality, within the limits of our resources.
- To provide clinical support to core psychiatric trainees and nonmedical staff.
- To provide annual and study leave cover for colleagues.
- To comply with all legal obligations covering clinical practice e.g. MHA (1983) and MCA (2005).
- To commit to ensuring fair access to services for all.
- To comply with procedures on reporting concerns about professional conduct or competence of medical or other colleagues.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification AND MRCPsych examination; OR a specialist qualification in psychiatry from an EU country that complies with the requirements of EU directive 2005/36/EC
- Full registration with the GMC and current licence to practice
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of primary medical qualification and foundation training or equivalent
- Over three years of experience in Psychiatry
- Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and assessing patients with psychiatric symptoms.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Familiarity with a wide range of theoretical and clinical approaches
- Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
Desirable
- Previous experience in adult inpatient ward
- Practical experience in a short term psychological therapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA
- Good knowledge of clinical risk management
- Good knowledge of the biological, psychological and social determinants of adult mental disorders and evidence based management interventions.
- Up to date knowledge of recent Dept of Health documents and NICE Guidelines
- Understanding of equal opportunities and appropriate training
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification AND MRCPsych examination; OR a specialist qualification in psychiatry from an EU country that complies with the requirements of EU directive 2005/36/EC
- Full registration with the GMC and current licence to practice
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of primary medical qualification and foundation training or equivalent
- Over three years of experience in Psychiatry
- Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and assessing patients with psychiatric symptoms.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Familiarity with a wide range of theoretical and clinical approaches
- Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
Desirable
- Previous experience in adult inpatient ward
- Practical experience in a short term psychological therapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA
- Good knowledge of clinical risk management
- Good knowledge of the biological, psychological and social determinants of adult mental disorders and evidence based management interventions.
- Up to date knowledge of recent Dept of Health documents and NICE Guidelines
- Understanding of equal opportunities and appropriate training
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).
