Job summary
The Post
0.8 WTE - part-time/job-share applicants welcome
Welcome to Devon Partnership Trust! We would
like to invite you to apply for the Consultant Psychiatrist in Older People, working in Torbay Older People Community Mental Health Team,
based at Chadwell Centre, Torquay road, Paignton, TQ3 2DW.
This is a
replacement post as the current post holder had to leave due to family reasons.
Torbay is widely acclaimed nationally and internationally as one of the most
integrated and effective health and social care community systems. It has a
long history of excellent community based services and has worked innovatively
for many years. It continues to be a regional and national leader in developing
new initiatives and ideas. This is true across the whole health and social care
community services and is certainly no less so in older peoples' mental health
services.
The post
exists within the Torbay Community Mental Health Team for Older Adults, a
well-established multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, psychologist,
occupational therapists, and community support workers. This large team is based in the Chadwell Centre,
an excellent facility on the cliff tops in Torbay, with a sea view, served by a
busy bus route. The post holder will
work alongside 1.0 WTE Consultant psychiatrist within the team. This post
covers the Paignton and Brixham areas in Torbay.
Main duties of the job
You will work
closely with the multidisciplinary team. It is recognised that the consultant
needs to work largely through the other team members and will only carry out
initial assessment of particularly complex cases or those in which a medical
viewpoint is essential. Much of your
work will be through other members of the MDT on a consultation basis and by
direct reviews of patients when required.
The team members are of high quality and used to working autonomously
where appropriate, but ready to seek advice when needed.
The team receives around
18 referrals a week and the Consultant would usually carry out one initial
assessments a week, plus several patient consultations at the request of other
team members. Patients will often come
for review to the Chadwell Centre, although some home visits are required.
The post holder will contribute to the South Devon Memory Services by
providing medical leadership to the South Devon Memory Assessment Clinics alongside
five other doctors on a rotational basis. This is usually once a fortnight.
You will participate in the locality- wide section 12 daytime duty rota.
This means approximately once in five weeks you will need to keep your diary
free of booked commitments and attend Mental Health Act Assessments across the
locality on request. You will also take part in on-call rota and other
consultants from the area will be expected to provide cross-cover for leave.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health & learning disability services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
Our values
We not only recruit employees based on their qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin the core values of our organisation. These values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Community Mental Health Team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Evidence of development of special interest in Community based Psychiatry.
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
- Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
- Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- MRC Psych
- Other professional qualification
- (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ).
- CCT in Old Age
Values
Essential
- A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
- A commitment to continuing professional development.
- A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity
Desirable
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
- Management training / experience.
- Experience of involvement in service development.
Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Community Mental Health Team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Evidence of development of special interest in Community based Psychiatry.
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
- Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
- Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- MRC Psych
- Other professional qualification
- (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ).
- CCT in Old Age
Values
Essential
- A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
- A commitment to continuing professional development.
- A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity
Desirable
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
- Management training / experience.
- Experience of involvement in service development.
Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
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).
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