Job summary
It's time for a new challenge with KMPT in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with tremendous quality of life.
The Trust is seeking to recruit a Locum Specialty Doctor in Forensic Psychiatry to join the Forensic Psychiatry service in Maidstone for an initial period of 6 months with a possible extension for a further 6 months, subject to review.
This is a 1 WTE post of 40 hours (10 PAs) per week. However, candidates who are unable to work full-time are welcome to apply. The sessional assessment will be reviewed annually through the job plan process, having regard to work commitments.
The post is for Forensic Psychiatry, based at the Trevor Gibbens Unit and the post holder will provide medical duties to the inpatient areas, Penshurst and Groombridge wards. The post holder will also work closely with a multidisciplinary team which includes an advanced clinical Practitioner (Penshurst ward) and GP trainee (Groombridge ward).
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will:
1. Provide medical treatment within a model of multi-disciplinary care. The post holder would be expected to provide input into the care and treatment of 16 inpatients (spread across Penshurst and Groombridge wards) and work alongside the ACP and GP trainee to provide cover and cross-cover for both wards.
2. Attend weekly clinical team meetings and perform medical duties that are decisions of that meeting.
3. Compile a patient's history from a number of sources, and prepare case summaries and CPA reports.
4. Prepare reports for Mental Health Review Tribunals and Managers' Hearings and give evidence.
5. Liaise with other clinical teams within the Trevor Gibbens Unit.
6. Liaise with forensic community services and other care providers like for example GPs
7. Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and resident doctors.
8. Assessments of patients in prison, out of area or in high-security units
9. Attend the service referrals meeting, and, when appropriate, perform assessments on patients referred to the service.
10. Work with the supervising consultant and the other consultant forensic psychiatrists in Trevor Gibbens Unit
11. Participate in clinical governance and clinical audit/research.
12. The post holder will either be Section 12(2) approved or expected to actively work toward approval and include it in their PDP.
About us
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providingbrilliant care through brilliant people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our benefits:
Financial support for re-location of up to £8,000
Easy access to in-house research team and academic opportunities through Kents own Medical school
Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
Excellent Learning and Development opportunities. We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
Free access to an independent counselling service
Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
Car lease scheme
A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our benefits:
Financial support for re-location of up to £8,000
Easy access to in-house research team and academic opportunities through Kents own Medical school
Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
Excellent Learning and Development opportunities. We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
Free access to an independent counselling service
Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
Car lease scheme
A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
TRANSPORT
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
- Good knowledge in specialty
- Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
Desirable
- Postgraduate experience in specialty
ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING
Essential
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit.
Desirable
- Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Participated in research or service evaluation
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
LEADERSHIP
Essential
- Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Desirable
- Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
TRANSPORT
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
- Good knowledge in specialty
- Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
Desirable
- Postgraduate experience in specialty
ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING
Essential
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit.
Desirable
- Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Participated in research or service evaluation
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
LEADERSHIP
Essential
- Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Desirable
- Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
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).
