Job summary
A generous Recruitment and Retention Premia of £20,000 is applicable to this post (conditions apply). A relocation package of up to £8000 is also available for this post.
The post offered is that of Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry (10PA), to join the excellent MDT on Trent Ward. This is one three mixed gender adult psychiatric wards located within the Dennis Scott Unit, Edgware Community Hospital. Trent ward is embedded within the Hospital Services division. The ward is a 21-bed mixed gender acute adult psychiatric ward at the Dennis Scott Unit, Edgware Community Hospital. The ward has 21 beds, however there are internal arrangements to cover the two outstanding beds thus the post holder will be responsible for 16 beds.
Main duties of the job
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.
This is an exciting time to join the Trust as there are many opportunities to contribute to the organisations' development and contribute to service redesign.
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
A more detailed job description is attached. There is support for newly appointed consultants in the StartWell group. As part of this the post holder will have the opportunity of having a more senior consultant as a mentor.
The role of the Consultant is to be the clinical lead of the team and to ensure high quality, patient-centred, effective, safe and efficient care is delivered by the team.
To lead the morning ward meeting (Flow meeting) with the ward manager.
To ensure the timely assessment and treatment of patients admitted to the ward.
To hold responsible clinician responsibilities with attendance at and report writing for Mental Health Tribunals and Manager Hearings.
To facilitate access to a range of community orientated services through liaison with community consultants and 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 promote mental health and independence for all.
To provide clinical and professional leadership in the service.
To support Quality Improvement Projects/Audits on annual basis
To provide a service of the highest quality, within the limits of our resources.
To provide clinical supervision of core psychiatric and higher psychiatric trainees once appropriate training is completed i.e. approved as a clinical supervisor.
To promote high quality management of psychiatric patients by non-medical staff.
To support non-medical colleagues in working independently.
To take part in management activities related to the post, or the wider service within which it is embedded.
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
A more detailed job description is attached. There is support for newly appointed consultants in the StartWell group. As part of this the post holder will have the opportunity of having a more senior consultant as a mentor.
The role of the Consultant is to be the clinical lead of the team and to ensure high quality, patient-centred, effective, safe and efficient care is delivered by the team.
To lead the morning ward meeting (Flow meeting) with the ward manager.
To ensure the timely assessment and treatment of patients admitted to the ward.
To hold responsible clinician responsibilities with attendance at and report writing for Mental Health Tribunals and Manager Hearings.
To facilitate access to a range of community orientated services through liaison with community consultants and 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 promote mental health and independence for all.
To provide clinical and professional leadership in the service.
To support Quality Improvement Projects/Audits on annual basis
To provide a service of the highest quality, within the limits of our resources.
To provide clinical supervision of core psychiatric and higher psychiatric trainees once appropriate training is completed i.e. approved as a clinical supervisor.
To promote high quality management of psychiatric patients by non-medical staff.
To support non-medical colleagues in working independently.
To take part in management activities related to the post, or the wider service within which it is embedded.
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 and Experience
Essential
- Within six months of obtaining a CCT in general adult psychiatry or on the GMC Specialist Register
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent
- Excellent clinical skills with experience of inpatient psychiatric care
- Full GMC Registration
- Section 12 Approved and an Approved Clinician
- Registered for the Continuing Professional Development Programme in the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Membership of a Medical Defence Union
- Clinical supervision skills training
Desirable
- Additional degree or equivalent
- Postgraduate teaching qualification
- Research experience
Management and Audit
Essential
- Experience of medical audit / Quality Improvement projects
- Management skills
Desirable
- Postgraduate management qualification
- Understanding of contracting, finance and activity monitoring
Service Development
Essential
- Demonstrable record of clinical leadership
- Negotiation skills
- Understanding of equal opportunities and appropriate training
Desirable
- Experience in developing a service component
IT Experience and Skills
Essential
- Experience in data gathering and management
- Basic computer skills, including ability to use e-mail and internet
Desirable
- Familiarity with RiO electronic notes
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Enthusiasm and commitment to the NHS
- Highest level of integrity
- Capacity to respond positively to the constantly changing NHS environment
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Within six months of obtaining a CCT in general adult psychiatry or on the GMC Specialist Register
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent
- Excellent clinical skills with experience of inpatient psychiatric care
- Full GMC Registration
- Section 12 Approved and an Approved Clinician
- Registered for the Continuing Professional Development Programme in the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Membership of a Medical Defence Union
- Clinical supervision skills training
Desirable
- Additional degree or equivalent
- Postgraduate teaching qualification
- Research experience
Management and Audit
Essential
- Experience of medical audit / Quality Improvement projects
- Management skills
Desirable
- Postgraduate management qualification
- Understanding of contracting, finance and activity monitoring
Service Development
Essential
- Demonstrable record of clinical leadership
- Negotiation skills
- Understanding of equal opportunities and appropriate training
Desirable
- Experience in developing a service component
IT Experience and Skills
Essential
- Experience in data gathering and management
- Basic computer skills, including ability to use e-mail and internet
Desirable
- Familiarity with RiO electronic notes
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Enthusiasm and commitment to the NHS
- Highest level of integrity
- Capacity to respond positively to the constantly changing NHS environment
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).
