Citywide GP with Special Interest (Eating Disorders)

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

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Job summary

We are looking to appoint a GP with special interest to provide medical monitoring and management to patients who are under the care of the Eating Disorders Service. You will provide assessment and management of patients who are at risk of or who have developed medical complications of their eating disorder. You will also be involved in assessment and management of comorbidities which impact upon the patient's eating disorder, including liaison with other professionals.

Main duties of the job

Duties can be found on the attached job description and person specification,

A GP is not expected to have expertise in mental health or eating disorders beyond the level of a GP when they commence their role. They will be closely supported by a consultant psychiatrist and be provided with relevant training to develop the necessary expertise to be able to work with greater independence over time. It is expected that after a reasonable period of time in the role they will be able to practice independently for most aspects but can access clinical supervision from a consultant psychiatrist as needed.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Date posted

21 January 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

437-MD-6923359

Job locations

The Willows Centre for Health

Lords Ave, off Tootall Road

Salford

M5 5JR


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about this role and requirements please find attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about this role and requirements please find attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical Degree

Desirable

  • Qualification in the Field of Mental Health

Eligibility

Essential

  • GMC Registration

Desirable

  • Other Relevant Experience i.e. Psychological therapies

Qua

Essential

  • Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners

Desirable

  • or Equivalent Membership
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical Degree

Desirable

  • Qualification in the Field of Mental Health

Eligibility

Essential

  • GMC Registration

Desirable

  • Other Relevant Experience i.e. Psychological therapies

Qua

Essential

  • Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners

Desirable

  • or Equivalent Membership

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

The Willows Centre for Health

Lords Ave, off Tootall Road

Salford

M5 5JR


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

The Willows Centre for Health

Lords Ave, off Tootall Road

Salford

M5 5JR


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr Amy Squire

amy.squire@gmmh.nhs.uk

01612710508

Date posted

21 January 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

437-MD-6923359

Job locations

The Willows Centre for Health

Lords Ave, off Tootall Road

Salford

M5 5JR


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