Job summary
Southwest Yorkshire Partnership Foundation Trust are
recruiting for a Specialty Doctor to join the South Kirklees Older
People Services based at Folly Hall Mills. This role plays a vital part in
ensuring our patients receive the care that they need and will be an integral
role within the OPS Community Team.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to
join a friendly, supportive and experienced team. The postholder will
work in an experienced team of professionals, to ensure that all patients
receive high quality care. The team
comprises of multitude of experienced professionals, who are looking forward to
welcoming a new Psychiatrist.
We encourage diversity and understand that everyones circumstances are
unique, we therefore actively encourage any prospective candidates to get in
touch, if they have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of this
exciting post, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Viji Saravanan or Prof. Thiyagesh for a further discussion:
Dr V Saravanan, medical clinical lead for Old Age Pyshiatry Tel:01484343129 / viji.saravanan@swyt.nhs.uk
Dr V Mugali, SAS
Tutor and Specialty Doctor Tel: 01226 644190 / vijay.mugali@swyt.nhs.uk
Prof. S Thiyagesh, Chief Medical Officer - Tel: 01924 316305
/ subha.thiyagesh@swyt.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to
join a friendly, supportive and experienced team. The postholder will
work in an experienced team of professionals, to ensure that all patients
receive high quality care. The team
comprises of multitude of experienced professionals, who are looking forward to
welcoming a new Psychiatrist.
The Trust is on a journey to become rated Outstanding
by the CQC and also to ensure its a great place to work, therefore there has
never been a better to time to join, as evidenced by the 27 new doctors
that have chosen our Trust in 2023.
As a member of the team, you will have an
excellent opportunity to help shape our services and drive change within the
organisation and you will be well
supported by the senior leadership team.
You will be employed under the Specialty Doctor Terms and Conditions
with a salary within this payscale. In
addition, our Trust grants an additional two days annual leave to SAS
doctors with 7 years or more NHS experience at SAS grade.
We offer local CPD events such as the JAPS (joint academic psychiatric
seminar) a monthly meeting for Trust-wide psychiatrists with a wide range of
clinical topics covered. Additionally, we offer an in-house mentoring programme and leadership and management development
activities. We are also happy to look at supporting those with interests in research, whether new or
an ongoing research project.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Continually
update knowledge and skills in line with advances in the field in order to meet
Trusts evolving service objectives.
Undertake the administrative duties associated
with the care of patients.
Record clinical activity timely, accurately and
comprehensively.
Attend and participate in the academic programme
of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD
programme.
Undertake
mandatory training
Work with all colleagues in ensuring the
efficient running of services.
Comply with the Trusts agreed policies,
procedures, standing orders and financial instructions.
Be involved in
the development, review and support the implementation of Trust policies and
procedures.
Work
in close liaison with the other psychiatrists, teams and services within the care
group.
Liaise
and where appropriate work in partnership with staff from other agencies,
including social services, primary care, criminal justice agencies, drug and
alcohol services, local educational establishments, private and voluntary
agencies as appropriate, in the planning, providing and assessing programmes of
care.
Cooperate
with statutory agencies with the responsibility to protect patients and ensure
the issues of risk and safety of patients are assessed and any necessary action
is implemented.
From time to time it may be necessary for the
post holder to carry out such other duties as may be assigned, with agreement,
by the Trust. It is expected that the post holder will not unreasonably
withhold agreement to any reasonable proposed changes that the Trust might
make.
For further job details or person specofication, please see attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Continually
update knowledge and skills in line with advances in the field in order to meet
Trusts evolving service objectives.
Undertake the administrative duties associated
with the care of patients.
Record clinical activity timely, accurately and
comprehensively.
Attend and participate in the academic programme
of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD
programme.
Undertake
mandatory training
Work with all colleagues in ensuring the
efficient running of services.
Comply with the Trusts agreed policies,
procedures, standing orders and financial instructions.
Be involved in
the development, review and support the implementation of Trust policies and
procedures.
Work
in close liaison with the other psychiatrists, teams and services within the care
group.
Liaise
and where appropriate work in partnership with staff from other agencies,
including social services, primary care, criminal justice agencies, drug and
alcohol services, local educational establishments, private and voluntary
agencies as appropriate, in the planning, providing and assessing programmes of
care.
Cooperate
with statutory agencies with the responsibility to protect patients and ensure
the issues of risk and safety of patients are assessed and any necessary action
is implemented.
From time to time it may be necessary for the
post holder to carry out such other duties as may be assigned, with agreement,
by the Trust. It is expected that the post holder will not unreasonably
withhold agreement to any reasonable proposed changes that the Trust might
make.
For further job details or person specofication, please see attached.
Person Specification
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning.
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Participate in research or service evaluation.
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
- Has actively participated in clinical audit.
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
- Reflect on purpose of CPD undertaken.
- Experience in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Smart professional appearance.
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience.
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty.
- Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
- Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
- Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
- Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-professional team and liaise with a wide variety of agencies.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
Professional and Personal Attributes.
Essential
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence and leadership skills.
- Able to work flexibly and efficiently prioritise conflicting demands.
- Able to effectively manage time and resources within a team.
- Able to use electronic records.
- Commitment to annual appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Demonstrate proactive leadership.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills.
- Has cared for close family / friend with mental health needs.
Transport
Desirable
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
- Spent a minimum of four years (full time or equivalent) in postgraduate training in the UK or equivalent medical experience; at least two years training in adult, old age or liaison psychiatry
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment.
- Experience working in other medical specialties including general medicine, geriatric medicine and A&E.
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych
- Additional clinical qualifications.
Person Specification
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning.
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Participate in research or service evaluation.
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
- Has actively participated in clinical audit.
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
- Reflect on purpose of CPD undertaken.
- Experience in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Smart professional appearance.
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience.
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty.
- Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
- Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
- Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
- Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-professional team and liaise with a wide variety of agencies.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
Professional and Personal Attributes.
Essential
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence and leadership skills.
- Able to work flexibly and efficiently prioritise conflicting demands.
- Able to effectively manage time and resources within a team.
- Able to use electronic records.
- Commitment to annual appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Demonstrate proactive leadership.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills.
- Has cared for close family / friend with mental health needs.
Transport
Desirable
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
- Spent a minimum of four years (full time or equivalent) in postgraduate training in the UK or equivalent medical experience; at least two years training in adult, old age or liaison psychiatry
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment.
- Experience working in other medical specialties including general medicine, geriatric medicine and A&E.
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych
- Additional clinical qualifications.
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).
