Job summary
Would you like to be part of something Outstanding?
We are seeking a Locum Specialty Doctor in CAMHS (ADHD)
*We are offering a generous relocation package for this role*
This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time specialty doctor to join HPFT. There is scope for specialty doctors who wish to be less than full-time.
We are looking for medical professionals who want to work in collaboration with our service users, carers and colleagues to provide the very best treatment and care. Professionals who want to develop and consolidate their clinical skills and competencies whilst working in a Trust with a patient-centred ethos and a strong commitment to the delivery of high quality education and training.
Main duties of the job
As a Locum Specialty Doctor, you will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies as appropriate in providing a comprehensive tier 3+ CAMH service for the under 18 population.
The post holder will also work alongside the ADHD Specialist Consultant Psychiatrists in CAMHS setting.
You must ensure the relevant professional registration is maintained, including Section 12.
Did you know about our new Simulation Training facility?
In our continuous drive to improve quality of care we want to be at the forefront of offering innovative learning and development opportunities for our medical workforce and all our staff. HPFT has developed a pioneering Simulation Training Facility within the Trust to provide innovative mental health simulation training.
More information can be found in the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
About us
This is a hugely exciting time for the Trust having recently achieved an OUTSTANDING CQC RATING and being one of just five mental health and learning disabilities NHS trusts in England to hold an outstanding rating.
Over the years the quality of our services and the achievements of our staff have been recognised nationally including the "MENTAL HEALTH TRUST OF THE YEAR AWARD 2020" at the Health Service Journal Awards.
In a recent NHS Staff Survey we achieved the best score for safety culture amongst mental health and learning disabilities trusts throughout the country. Our staff have also said that they would recommend HPFT as a place to work and as a place for their friends and family to receive care.
We are driven by our values. If you believe in Respect, Kindness and a Positive outlook then you'll be right at home.
Here's what we have to offer you
- CESR application support
- Access to SAS funding for personal development
- Access to Leadership, Teaching, Education and Research opportunities
- Access to a large peer group of enthusiastic and high-calibre medical professionals
- Study leave of 30 days over 3 years
- Study leave budget of £800 per person per annum
- A strong ethos on Learning and Development
- Innovative patient electronic record system (PARIS)/ Admin and IT equipment/ software to improve work experience (4G enabled laptop provided upon starting)
- Flexible working
- Health and wellbeing support
- Generous relocation package up to £7.5K (subject to terms & conditions)
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies asappropriate in providing a comprehensive tier 3+ CAMH service for theunder 18 population.2. To provide mental health assessments on both new referrals and opencases, and continuing treatment in drug or psychological therapies.3. To write letters and communications to General Medical practitionersand other professionals as required.4. To participate in various medical staff meetings within the HertfordshirePartnership NHS Trust as necessary.5. To participate in on-call rota for emergency assessments.6. To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseencircumstances in consultation with senior and junior colleagues.7. To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programmes toimprove and maintain the high standard of service.8. To contribute to or conduct research in clinical or service areas pertinent to the Trust and their own relevant experience. There is an active academicunit headed by Professor Hawley who currently holds a Chair at theUniversity of Hertfordshire.9. Provide liaison and consultation as required with the local acute paediatric services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies asappropriate in providing a comprehensive tier 3+ CAMH service for theunder 18 population.2. To provide mental health assessments on both new referrals and opencases, and continuing treatment in drug or psychological therapies.3. To write letters and communications to General Medical practitionersand other professionals as required.4. To participate in various medical staff meetings within the HertfordshirePartnership NHS Trust as necessary.5. To participate in on-call rota for emergency assessments.6. To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseencircumstances in consultation with senior and junior colleagues.7. To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programmes toimprove and maintain the high standard of service.8. To contribute to or conduct research in clinical or service areas pertinent to the Trust and their own relevant experience. There is an active academicunit headed by Professor Hawley who currently holds a Chair at theUniversity of Hertfordshire.9. Provide liaison and consultation as required with the local acute paediatric services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPsych or equivalent
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Section 12 approved
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- 3 years or more post MBBS
- 2 years or more experience working in Psychiatry
- Willingness and ability to work with others to achieve shared goals
- Previous experience of working in a child and adolescent service.
- Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
Desirable
- 2 years or more experience working in Psychiatry
- Previous experience of working in a child and adolescent service
- Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work conscientiously and complete all tasks in a timely fashion
- Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and boundaries with young people
- Ability to learn and develop new skills needed for the post.
- Ability to think clearly and express self.
- Ability to assess reports and clinical information and provide clear and concise information tailored for different audience
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Desirable
- Ability to learn and develop new skills needed for the post.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Other
Essential
- Car Driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPsych or equivalent
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Section 12 approved
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- 3 years or more post MBBS
- 2 years or more experience working in Psychiatry
- Willingness and ability to work with others to achieve shared goals
- Previous experience of working in a child and adolescent service.
- Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
Desirable
- 2 years or more experience working in Psychiatry
- Previous experience of working in a child and adolescent service
- Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work conscientiously and complete all tasks in a timely fashion
- Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and boundaries with young people
- Ability to learn and develop new skills needed for the post.
- Ability to think clearly and express self.
- Ability to assess reports and clinical information and provide clear and concise information tailored for different audience
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Desirable
- Ability to learn and develop new skills needed for the post.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
Other
Essential
- Car Driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995)
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).
