Job summary
This is a new substantive post to provide medical support to the
Liaison Psychiatry team in Exeter. The doctor will support the medical
assessment and management of the team for patients attending Royal Devon and
Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
The potholders responsibilities will
be to provide psychiatric services to Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
The work is multidisciplinary both within the Liaison Team and with external
colleagues.
The work is under support and supervision
of Dr Merryn Anderson, and Dr Tom Smith Consultant Psychiatrists.
The role involves work alongside the
Foundation doctors, Core Trainees and Speciality Trainee Doctors who provide
support for the service though also need clinical supervision at times.
The post holder
will have a commitment to collaborative working and actively supporting and
liaising with other health and social professionals and agencies as well as
have good relationships with mental health services.
The post is a
pilot and is initially an 18 month fixed term appointment.
The
appointment is at Specialty Doctor Grade with salary thresholds from £52,530 rising by ten thresholds to a maximum of £82,400 per annum, for full time 10
sessions.
Main duties of the job
We are interested in recruiting an
enthusiastic and dedicated Specialty Doctor who is interested in shaping the
future in terms of their career and the provision of services. The post holder
is expected to help promote mental health throughout the general hospital. We
would look for a patient centred approach but also one which involves the
general hospital in joint care.
The ability to liaise with
clinicians, managers, other psychiatric teams and relatives is a key part of
the role.
Assessment of patients who are
acutely psychiatrically unwell who also need physical health treatment provides
a challenging yet highly variable and rewarding environment. We see patients
above the age of 18, both general adult and older adults.
There is a large mix of patients with
diagnoses from depression, anxiety, emotionally unstable personality disorder,
crisis presentations of BPAD and Schizophrenia. We also work alongside other
services such as the people with Learning Disability Service, Perinatal Service
and Eating Disorders service whilst a patient is in hospital. We also see some
patients who simply have a hospital specific problem and need help to navigate
the system or have reasonable adjustments e.g. people with autism. There is a
large amount of knowledge in the team and a good deal of support, the variety
listed is to give a sense of the variety of clinical interest.
It would be desirable for the
candidate to have Section 12 approval to help with acute presentations.
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
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.
Research
Essential
- Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- IT skills.
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.
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.
Desirable
- Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of Liaison Psychiatry
Clinical Skills / Clinical Knowledge
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.
- Up to date CPR training.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
Desirable
- Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
- Knowledge of clinical risk management.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.
Continuing Professional Development / Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical
Essential
- Commitment to process of CPD
- Ability to organise own learning/CPD
- Meets professional health requirements
Desirable
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
- Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need
Person Specification
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.
Research
Essential
- Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- IT skills.
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.
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.
Desirable
- Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of Liaison Psychiatry
Clinical Skills / Clinical Knowledge
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.
- Up to date CPR training.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
Desirable
- Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
- Knowledge of clinical risk management.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.
Continuing Professional Development / Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical
Essential
- Commitment to process of CPD
- Ability to organise own learning/CPD
- Meets professional health requirements
Desirable
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
- Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need
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).
