Job summary
3 Month Fixed Term Consultant Jade Ward Male Treatment Ward
Highgate Mental Health Centre
An opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and evolving in-patient service at Highgate Mental Health Centre for a three month fixed term consultant position with the possibility of an extension for a further 3 months.
Jade Ward falls within the Acute Services division. It is a 17-bed unit. It is a male treatment ward. The ward admits patients with a broad range of disorders, with an emphasis on psychosis.
The post holder should therefore be skilled and confident in the management of severe mental illness.
The post holder will provide overall clinical leadership for the ward multidisciplinary team and will be well supported by consultant colleagues, and experienced matron and the associate clinical director, Dr Neil Stewart.
The post would ideally suit Consultants with a CCT in either General Adult Psychiatry. The post holder should ideally have Approved Clinician status although suitably skilled and experienced candidates without this would also be considered (the AC role could be covered by another consultant).
The role would be ideal for anyone who would like to try out inpatient work, without at this stage, committing fully to a substantive role.
Main duties of the job
The post offered is that of fixed term Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry in a male treatment ward, for three months, with the possibility of extension for a further three months. The postholder will work within the acute division and have responsibility for Jade Ward at the Highgate Mental Health Centre, Dartmouth Park Hill, London, N19 4NX.
It is for 10 Programmed Activities: 7.5 Direct Clinical Care and 2.5 Supporting Professional Activities.
The role of the Responsible Clinician is to be the clinical lead of the team and to ensure that high, quality, patient-centered, effective, safe and efficient care is delivered by the teams.
The Trust welcomes flexible working arrangements and would welcome applications for part-time/job share arrangements
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 men on the ward predominantly suffer from psychotic illnesses. The post holder should therefore be skilled and confident in the management of psychosis and acutely disturbed behaviour.
The post holder will provide overall clinical leadership for the ward multidisciplinary team. With the ward manager they will be expected to ensure systems of clinical governance are in place and that high quality, safe and effective care is delivered.
Duties include:
- Daily medical input, consultation and clinical leadership to the ward team and overall clinical responsibility for patients admitted to the ward
- Medical input and leadership in care planning and risk assessment for patients
- Responsible Clinician responsibilities with attendance at and report-writing for Mental Health Tribunals and Managers Hearings
- Ensuring physical health of patients is addressed
- Regular clinical liaison with the relevant community Consultants and community teams.
- Close liaison with the relevant Islington and Camden Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Teams who will help to facilitate early discharge of patients back into the community where appropriate.
- Ensuring efficient, timely and high-quality communication takes place with General Practitioners
- Daily clinical supervision of Core and Higher Trainees working with the Team.
- Ensure a program of learning is in place for medical students attached to the ward.
- Assist with Serious Incident investigations when required.
- Provide second opinions for consultant colleagues if requested.
- Support Clinical Governance projects, particularly audits projects in the Division plan.
- Provide annual and study leave cover for colleagues
- Attend and participate in Consultants' and Management meetings to keep informed of service issues and developments, including the Clinical Advisory Group, Medical Advisory Group, Bed Management meeting.
- Contribute to the last resort consultant rota (cover rota) for Highgate Mental Health Centre
The postholder will ensure regular daily brief board reviews of patients with MDT staff, review of new admissions within 24 hours and that two ward rounds take place every week.
The ward caters for adults of all ages, including over-65s with functional rather than organic illness and who are not too frail, though in practice the majority of the patients are aged 40 or under.
As with all admissions, the Islington and Camden Crisis Teams have a clear gate-keeping function and a commitment to early discharge which is in line with the principle of always providing care in the least restrictive environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The men on the ward predominantly suffer from psychotic illnesses. The post holder should therefore be skilled and confident in the management of psychosis and acutely disturbed behaviour.
The post holder will provide overall clinical leadership for the ward multidisciplinary team. With the ward manager they will be expected to ensure systems of clinical governance are in place and that high quality, safe and effective care is delivered.
Duties include:
- Daily medical input, consultation and clinical leadership to the ward team and overall clinical responsibility for patients admitted to the ward
- Medical input and leadership in care planning and risk assessment for patients
- Responsible Clinician responsibilities with attendance at and report-writing for Mental Health Tribunals and Managers Hearings
- Ensuring physical health of patients is addressed
- Regular clinical liaison with the relevant community Consultants and community teams.
- Close liaison with the relevant Islington and Camden Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Teams who will help to facilitate early discharge of patients back into the community where appropriate.
- Ensuring efficient, timely and high-quality communication takes place with General Practitioners
- Daily clinical supervision of Core and Higher Trainees working with the Team.
- Ensure a program of learning is in place for medical students attached to the ward.
- Assist with Serious Incident investigations when required.
- Provide second opinions for consultant colleagues if requested.
- Support Clinical Governance projects, particularly audits projects in the Division plan.
- Provide annual and study leave cover for colleagues
- Attend and participate in Consultants' and Management meetings to keep informed of service issues and developments, including the Clinical Advisory Group, Medical Advisory Group, Bed Management meeting.
- Contribute to the last resort consultant rota (cover rota) for Highgate Mental Health Centre
The postholder will ensure regular daily brief board reviews of patients with MDT staff, review of new admissions within 24 hours and that two ward rounds take place every week.
The ward caters for adults of all ages, including over-65s with functional rather than organic illness and who are not too frail, though in practice the majority of the patients are aged 40 or under.
As with all admissions, the Islington and Camden Crisis Teams have a clear gate-keeping function and a commitment to early discharge which is in line with the principle of always providing care in the least restrictive environment.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Registration
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice. Must be on the specialist register or within 6 months of gaining a Certificate of Completion of Training
- Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent higher qualification in psychiatry
- Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status (or eligibility) - qualifies to act as a Responsible Clinician
- 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 as a Consultant mentor
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
Desirable
- Experience of community psychiatry and interest /experience of working in primary care setting
- Experience in teaching small and large groups
- Experience in developing policies and protocols.
- Experience of service development.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Teaching and supervision skills for undergraduate medical students, doctors in training and multi-professional staff
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit, investigating serious incidents and handling complaints
Desirable
- Experience in successfully delivering research projects
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Registration
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice. Must be on the specialist register or within 6 months of gaining a Certificate of Completion of Training
- Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent higher qualification in psychiatry
- Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status (or eligibility) - qualifies to act as a Responsible Clinician
- 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 as a Consultant mentor
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
Desirable
- Experience of community psychiatry and interest /experience of working in primary care setting
- Experience in teaching small and large groups
- Experience in developing policies and protocols.
- Experience of service development.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Teaching and supervision skills for undergraduate medical students, doctors in training and multi-professional staff
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit, investigating serious incidents and handling complaints
Desirable
- Experience in successfully delivering research projects
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).
