Job summary
Why Join Us:
1. Making a Real Impact:
Play a crucial role in Mental Health Act assessments,
coordinating responses in Torbay. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimize
restrictions on patient treatment. Contribute to the Torbay Home Treatment Team, providing
essential care and support.
2. Commitment to Excellence:
Benefit from our 'Good' rating from the Care Quality
Commission, with an aspiration to achieve 'Outstanding.' Engage in ongoing professional development, with support
for annual appraisal, revalidation, and job planning.
3. Inclusive Working Environment:
Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that values
diversity and champions recovery, inclusion, and wellbeing. Attend regular supervision for both clinical and
professional matters, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused
atmosphere.
4. Opportunities for Growth:
Construct a personal development plan with the support of
your line manager. Participate in clinical governance initiatives,
contributing to the Trust's commitment to evidence-based practice and risk
management.
5. Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy competitive annual leave entitlement and study leave
opportunities. Embrace flexibility with no on-call requirements associated
with this post.
6. Research and Innovation:
Explore opportunities to engage in research activities
through the Devon Recovery Research and Innovations Group. Access excellent library facilities and specialist forensic
psychiatry resources to support your professional growth.
Main duties of the job
We invite you to join us as a Specialty Doctor, a pivotal role situated within our esteemed Community Mental Health Teams, AMHP service, and Torbay Home Treatment Team. Based at the Torbay Hospital within the Haytor Unit, you will serve a population of approximately 78,535 patients of working age, ensuring their mental health needs are met with compassion and expertise.
The post holder
will be based at the Torbay Home Treatment Team, Community Wellbeing Hub,
Torbay Hospital within the Haytor Unit.
The post holder
will be one of the assessing doctors as part of Mental Health Act assessments
in the community or inpatient services in Torbay.
The post holder
will be available 9-5 Monday to Friday.
The post holder
will work under the direction of the Consultant Psychiatrist in Torbay HTT and
expected to carry out urgent medical reviews.
The post holder
will be section 12 MHAct approved either at appointment or after training. When
section 12 approved, the post holder will be responsible for working with the
AMHP service to coordinate the Trust response to Mental Health Act assessments
in Torbay helping to ensure the principles of the mental health act are
followed.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity 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.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These 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 conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- GMC registration.
Desirable
- Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.
Desirable
- Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of General Psychiatry.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
- Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage crises and act independently.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
Desirable
- Up to date CPR training.
- Ability to apply psychological
- models to practical situations.
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- Evidence based knowledge of forensic psychiatry.
- Knowledge of clinical risk management.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.
Research / Clinical Governance / Continuing Professional Development
Essential
- Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
- Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance.
- Commitment to process of CPD.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- IT skills.
- Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision.
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
- Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
- Punctuality/good time management.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Well organised.
Desirable
- Ability to critically examine practice.
Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical
Essential
- Ability to organise own learning/CPD.
- Meets professional health requirements.
- Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need.
Desirable
- Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- GMC registration.
Desirable
- Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.
Desirable
- Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of General Psychiatry.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
- Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage crises and act independently.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
Desirable
- Up to date CPR training.
- Ability to apply psychological
- models to practical situations.
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- Evidence based knowledge of forensic psychiatry.
- Knowledge of clinical risk management.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.
Research / Clinical Governance / Continuing Professional Development
Essential
- Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
- Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance.
- Commitment to process of CPD.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- IT skills.
- Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision.
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
- Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
- Punctuality/good time management.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Well organised.
Desirable
- Ability to critically examine practice.
Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical
Essential
- Ability to organise own learning/CPD.
- Meets professional health requirements.
- Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need.
Desirable
- Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the post.
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).
