Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, and motivated CT LAS doctor to join our outstanding inpatient Service.
This post would be ideally suited for a doctor, who has a minimum of 2 years experience in clinical practice, and is interested working in a Trust grade position in psychiatry outside of a Training position.
A successful candidate would have the option of continuing ongoing work in a Trust grade position, or considering the option of applying for Speciality Training in Psychiatry in the future. An alternative career path would be progression as a Trust Grade doctor and with the possibility ofgaining a Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) via Article 14 route once required experience can be evidenced in the future.
There are a number of potential CT LAS potential posts are available, meaning that a successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a variety of different settings and locations, with flexibility to work in a post aligned to your area of interest.
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Main duties of the job
Specialty Doctor
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Specialty doctors to join our outstanding Inpatient Services in Luton & Bedfordshire.
Successful candidate will have at least 3 year of experience working in psychiatry and have a licence to practice with the GMC.
You will work closely with the ward consultant and be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, encourage to pursue education and experience for your professional development. The post-holder will be encouraged to rotate through different posts on a yearly basis according to service needs, allowing clinical expertise across a range of specialities including community psychiatry. Post holders wishing to progressing through the CESR / Article 14 route to CCT, will be encouraged and supported to do this.
About us
Luton is a vibrant and evolving multicultural town with a rich industrial history. The town is culturally very active and is surrounded by beautiful countryside whilst also boasting excellent transport links to central London. The population of Luton has doubled over the past 60 years to an estimated 215,000 in 2017 and has long attracted individuals new to the country. Luton is now one of the most ethnically diverse towns in the country with large British Indian, British Pakistani and British West Indianpopulations.
The town remains home to a number of large employers including Easyjet, Vauxhall, TUI and Luton Airport. Bedfordshire, comprising Bedford Town, Central Bedfordshire and Luton is a highly diverse and varied county. Bedford itself is a riverside Market Town with its own university, which has become the UK's most racially diverse town with more races and cultures represented than any other in the country. Bedford has the largest Sikh Gudwara in the UK outside of London
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will: Work within a multidisciplinary setting offering psychiatric medical input in the assessment, treatment and care management of patients, carrying out all general duties including mental state examinations. Provide up to date, effective, safe medical care for patients in order to promote their recovery, and promote their insight with a view to relapse prevention. Provide physical care in liaison with primary care services and the in house GP services. Offer advice and support to other members of the team in issues related to his/her competence and expertise. Work as a leading member of the multidisciplinary team, linking closely with statutory and non-statutory services as required. Adhere to the Trust Clinical Leadership Model with senior clinicians delivery of care within the principle of holistic care. Adhere to all service conditions and local policies. Keep good records, communicate results of assessments to colleagues and write appropriate reports. Provide cross cover for clinical duties of aligned wards to ensure safe staffing levels are maintained when needed. Provide psychoeducation to patients, in conjunction with psychology, OT and pharmacy colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will: Work within a multidisciplinary setting offering psychiatric medical input in the assessment, treatment and care management of patients, carrying out all general duties including mental state examinations. Provide up to date, effective, safe medical care for patients in order to promote their recovery, and promote their insight with a view to relapse prevention. Provide physical care in liaison with primary care services and the in house GP services. Offer advice and support to other members of the team in issues related to his/her competence and expertise. Work as a leading member of the multidisciplinary team, linking closely with statutory and non-statutory services as required. Adhere to the Trust Clinical Leadership Model with senior clinicians delivery of care within the principle of holistic care. Adhere to all service conditions and local policies. Keep good records, communicate results of assessments to colleagues and write appropriate reports. Provide cross cover for clinical duties of aligned wards to ensure safe staffing levels are maintained when needed. Provide psychoeducation to patients, in conjunction with psychology, OT and pharmacy colleagues.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- A higher degree such as MD or PhD
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrists guidelines)
- Approval under Section 12(2) of Mental Health Act 1983, or plan to gain approval within 6 months of appointment.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 2 years experience of clinical practice post medical qualification
- Appreciation and social and cultural factors of relevant to psychiatric practice
- Experience of and commitment to clinical care of individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions
Desirable
- Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry
- Experience of Quality Improvement projects & Clinical Audit
- Good working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act
CLINICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team
- Self-motivating and innovative
- Clear, effective communication style
- Expertise in risk assessment
- A balanced approach to risk management, based on warm therapeutic interactions with service users
- Confident in therapeutic risk taking
- Commitment to clinical governance and QI
- Flexibility and ability to work under pressure.
- Ability and commitment to work with carers and families
- Ability to adjust therapeutic approaches according to service users' cultural needs
TEACHING AND SUPERVISION
Essential
- Good teaching and communication skills
- Experience of teaching
RESEARCH AND AUDIT
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of research work, or service evaluation, especially in psychosis and cultural psychiatry
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- A higher degree such as MD or PhD
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrists guidelines)
- Approval under Section 12(2) of Mental Health Act 1983, or plan to gain approval within 6 months of appointment.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 2 years experience of clinical practice post medical qualification
- Appreciation and social and cultural factors of relevant to psychiatric practice
- Experience of and commitment to clinical care of individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions
Desirable
- Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry
- Experience of Quality Improvement projects & Clinical Audit
- Good working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act
CLINICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team
- Self-motivating and innovative
- Clear, effective communication style
- Expertise in risk assessment
- A balanced approach to risk management, based on warm therapeutic interactions with service users
- Confident in therapeutic risk taking
- Commitment to clinical governance and QI
- Flexibility and ability to work under pressure.
- Ability and commitment to work with carers and families
- Ability to adjust therapeutic approaches according to service users' cultural needs
TEACHING AND SUPERVISION
Essential
- Good teaching and communication skills
- Experience of teaching
RESEARCH AND AUDIT
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of research work, or service evaluation, especially in psychosis and cultural psychiatry
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).
