Job summary
This is
an opportunity to work as a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist in a 10PA job
with the Exeter Liaison Psychiatry Team in Devon Partnership NHS Trust.
The well-established
Core 24 model team work with The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS
Foundation Trust to provide mental health care to people admitted to the
hospital or attending the Emergency Department.
The
team are also working into an Integrated Psychological Medicine Service in
partnership with Talkworks (IAPT), Health Psychology and Medical and Surgical
Specialties developing and contributing to care pathways for people with
functional and chronic conditions.
The
team is established with Multidisciplinary professionals including Nurses, Occupational
Therapists, Social Workers, Liaison Psychologists, Consultant Psychiatrists
and Trainee Doctors.
We work
in a modernised setting in the attractive listed building of Wonford House
Hospital in central Exeter, within a short minutes walk to the Acute
Hospital entrance and additional designated rooms within the DGH.
Main duties of the job
The role is to provide
senior clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary Liaison Psychiatry service,
with opportunities for development and clinical leadership in the Integrated
Psychological Medicine Service. The post holder will be expected to engage in
the service governance programme and service improvement projects. The role
is well supported by all levels of trainee medical staff and there will be
provision of supervision to these staff and additionally opportunity to
engage in teaching and training of medical students. Research interests are
encouraged and we have links with The University of Exeter and a close
connection with our own R&D team that we are co-located with at Wonford
House Hospital.
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
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
- 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
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Multidisciplinary Mental health team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially in acute inpatient hospital Settings.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
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.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Person Specification
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
- 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
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Multidisciplinary Mental health team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially in acute inpatient hospital Settings.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
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.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
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).
