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 of gaining a Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) via Article 14 route once required experience can be evidenced in the future
Main duties of the job
The CT LAS Trust Grade Doctor will work closely with the consultant psychiatrist and Multi Disciplinary team, and will provide clinical support for the assessment and management of mental health problems on a routine and emergency basis. On average 9 Programmed Activities per week will be devoted to Direct Clinical Care.
Direct Clinical Care duties
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.
****Full duties can be found in the Job Description
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD (Job Description) and PS (Personal Specification) for full details of role requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD (Job Description) and PS (Personal Specification) for full details of role requirements.
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).
