Job summary
The post offered is a consultant position in old age psychiatry split between Pearl Ward based at the Highgate Mental Health Centre (5PAs) and an additional 1PA to take on the lead role for ECT across the Trust, and one day a week (2Pas) working in the Whittington liaison service on the adjacent site
Pearl ward is a 14 bedded ward primarily for older adults with functional mental illness.
The role of the Consultant is to be the clinical lead of the team and to ensure high, quality, patient-centred, effective, safe and efficient care is delivered by the team
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will provide clinical leadership to Pearl ward and ECT and one day a week into the Whittington liaison service.
Pearl ward is a 14 bedded ward for older adults with a primary diagnosis of a functional mental illness. The post-holder is expected to review patients together with the MDT on the ward on a regular basis. They will act as the Responsible Clinician for patients on Pearl ward who are detained under the Mental Health Act. They will also be expected to provide clinical supervision to the trainee doctors working on the ward.
The ward is managed by a full-time ward manager and 2 full-time charge nurses. There is a full time OT and activities co-ordinator that are shared between Pearl and Garnet (our other Older Adult ward) and also input from a psychologist
The ward is based on the ground floor of our in-patient unit at Highgate Mental Health Centre with access to an award-winning garden that is used exclusively by Pearl and Garnet ward. A new hospital is currently being built on Dartmouth Park Hill, within the grounds of the Whittington Hospital) and the wards will be transferring to a new dementia friendly unit once this is completed. The current mean length of stay on Pearl ward is 74 days which contrasts with 48 days on the general adult wards.
About us
C&I has worked closely with current service users and Trust staff to create a set of shared values that make sure people who use the Trust's services get the best possible chance of a rapid recovery. These values are embedded in the campaign: Changing Lives - will help drive up the standards of care across the Trust. For people who use the C&I's services, these values meant that they can be assured that through their journey to recovery they will be guaranteed:o To receive a warm welcome through their journey to recoveryo That their dignity will always be respectedo That their care will be founded on compassion and kindnesso To receive a positive approach to care as they journey towards recoveryo High Quality Care from a highly trained team of professionalso That each individual will be part of the wider team in the journey to recovery - i.e. 'no decision about you, without you'.C&I staff are required to reflect these values throughout their service at the Trust both:o for people who use the services of the Trust, ANDo within their immediate teams and across the wider business of C&I.As an applicant for this role, you are urged to demonstrate within your supporting statement a combination of evidence that reflects your competence to meet the job specification and provide examples of how C&I values are an integral part of the way you have and will continue to deliver service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to hold up to date Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status. As part of their duties they may be expected to participate in the Trust-wide office hours Section 12 rota. They will have 4-5 duty days a year when they will clear their diary in advance and be available to do Mental Health Act assessments. If they are not called for assessments, they can use the time for administration
The post-holder will hold formal Clinical Supervisor responsibility for one core trainee and one foundation trainee and will be expected to provide day to day informal clinical supervision of the higher trainee doctor allocated to the team. All consultants are also expected to participate in medical student teaching. They will keep their trainer accreditation up to date.
The post holder will be in the C&I designated body, unless they meet the criteria for another designated body. The Responsible Officer is Dr Vincent Kirchner. The post holder will have an appraisal meeting annually. They will use the L2P electronic Revalidation System (software program) for their appraisal. It is their responsibility to ensure they have uploaded their supporting evidence and submitted it to the appraiser at least three weeks before their appraisal meeting. If they work elsewhere in a role that requires a license to practice, then information about this role must be included in their portfolio, including from the Medical Director of that Organisation, about their fitness to practice. They will be allocated an appraiser. They will be expected to arrange colleague and patient feedback when prompted this is built into L2P. After they have had their appraisal meeting they will be given the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience of appraisal. They are expected to follow the Trust Appraisal and Revalidation policy.
The post holder will be accountable to the Clinical Director of the Division for operational matters and to the Medical Director for matters related to being a medical professional.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to hold up to date Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status. As part of their duties they may be expected to participate in the Trust-wide office hours Section 12 rota. They will have 4-5 duty days a year when they will clear their diary in advance and be available to do Mental Health Act assessments. If they are not called for assessments, they can use the time for administration
The post-holder will hold formal Clinical Supervisor responsibility for one core trainee and one foundation trainee and will be expected to provide day to day informal clinical supervision of the higher trainee doctor allocated to the team. All consultants are also expected to participate in medical student teaching. They will keep their trainer accreditation up to date.
The post holder will be in the C&I designated body, unless they meet the criteria for another designated body. The Responsible Officer is Dr Vincent Kirchner. The post holder will have an appraisal meeting annually. They will use the L2P electronic Revalidation System (software program) for their appraisal. It is their responsibility to ensure they have uploaded their supporting evidence and submitted it to the appraiser at least three weeks before their appraisal meeting. If they work elsewhere in a role that requires a license to practice, then information about this role must be included in their portfolio, including from the Medical Director of that Organisation, about their fitness to practice. They will be allocated an appraiser. They will be expected to arrange colleague and patient feedback when prompted this is built into L2P. After they have had their appraisal meeting they will be given the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience of appraisal. They are expected to follow the Trust Appraisal and Revalidation policy.
The post holder will be accountable to the Clinical Director of the Division for operational matters and to the Medical Director for matters related to being a medical professional.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice. Must be on the specialist register or within 3 months of gaining a Certificate of Completion of Training
- Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status (or eligibility) - qualifies to act as a Responsible Clinician
- Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent higher qualification in psychiatry
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD programme and in good standing
Desirable
- Other relevant post-graduate qualification
- Trained as an Educational Supervisor for doctors in training
- Training up to date to be an approved trainer/clinical supervisor in line with GMC recognition and approval of trainers which is overseen by the LETB
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and observance of the requirements and duties of a doctor laid down by the GMC in Good Medical Practice.
- Clinical knowledge of the full range mental disorders. Experience in the assessment of complex clinical cases involving severe and enduring mental illness and significant risk histories and the ability to assertively engage and manage such cases
- Expertise in a comprehensive range of evidence based treatment and case management options including pharmacotherapy.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding practices
- Experience in work place based assessments of doctors in training
- Good understanding of Trust governance structures, especially clinical governance
- Experience in organising and chairing meetings.
Desirable
- Experience in teaching small and large groups
- Experience in developing policies and protocols.
- Previous experience of working with crisis teams
- Experience of service development.
- Significant previous clinical experience at junior, higher trainee and/or consultant level in Acute ward-based general adult psychiatry
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change.
- Ability to effectively communicate ideas and influence others.
- Teaching and supervision skills for undergraduate medical students, doctors in training and multi-professional staff Enthusiasm for the subject of psychiatry and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Sensitivity and awareness in clients and staff from different cultures, ethnicities, gender and sexual orientations.
- Ability to organise workload and manage time and delegate responsibility where appropriate.
Desirable
- Experience in successfully delivering research projects
- A special interest or willingness to develop one in an area which helps to meet the needs of the Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice. Must be on the specialist register or within 3 months of gaining a Certificate of Completion of Training
- Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status (or eligibility) - qualifies to act as a Responsible Clinician
- Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent higher qualification in psychiatry
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD programme and in good standing
Desirable
- Other relevant post-graduate qualification
- Trained as an Educational Supervisor for doctors in training
- Training up to date to be an approved trainer/clinical supervisor in line with GMC recognition and approval of trainers which is overseen by the LETB
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and observance of the requirements and duties of a doctor laid down by the GMC in Good Medical Practice.
- Clinical knowledge of the full range mental disorders. Experience in the assessment of complex clinical cases involving severe and enduring mental illness and significant risk histories and the ability to assertively engage and manage such cases
- Expertise in a comprehensive range of evidence based treatment and case management options including pharmacotherapy.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding practices
- Experience in work place based assessments of doctors in training
- Good understanding of Trust governance structures, especially clinical governance
- Experience in organising and chairing meetings.
Desirable
- Experience in teaching small and large groups
- Experience in developing policies and protocols.
- Previous experience of working with crisis teams
- Experience of service development.
- Significant previous clinical experience at junior, higher trainee and/or consultant level in Acute ward-based general adult psychiatry
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change.
- Ability to effectively communicate ideas and influence others.
- Teaching and supervision skills for undergraduate medical students, doctors in training and multi-professional staff Enthusiasm for the subject of psychiatry and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Sensitivity and awareness in clients and staff from different cultures, ethnicities, gender and sexual orientations.
- Ability to organise workload and manage time and delegate responsibility where appropriate.
Desirable
- Experience in successfully delivering research projects
- A special interest or willingness to develop one in an area which helps to meet the needs of 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).
