Job summary
The consultant will provide specialist input for adults requiring both inpatient and community rehabilitation primarily in the Central area of North Wales, however flexible working and cross cover with the other 2 Consultant Rehabilitation Colleges will be key. There are currently 3 inpatient rehabilitation units and a locked rehabilitation ward across the region. The post holder will be primarily responsible fore patients in the locked rehabilitation ward located in the central area but may also have inpatients in the unit in Ruthin (Tan y Castell).
The consultant will actively work with the MDT and provide clinical leadership to ensure good quality holistic care is provided to the individual.
The post holder would be responsible clinical for those patients under their care and would be expected to work within the framework of the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
The post holder will work collaboratively with other teams as necessary including the relevant CMHT/acute care as needed amongst others.
As part of the Health Board's strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University's process for granting honorary titlesand help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide specialist rehabilitation and recovery service for the adult population of the Central area.
The post holder will work within the legislative arrangements of the Mental Health Measure (Wales 2010) providing medical leadership to the CRT.
The post holder will have inpatient facilities at currently at Cynnedd ward(locked rehabilitation currently 8 beds) and Tan y Castell rehabilitation unit, Ruthin (currently 8 beds). As well as responsibly for patients admitted to units in central area as agreed by the clinic director. There currently a program of service redesign so the location of services and numbers of inpatients may vary as this progresses.
The post holder will have access to an office, full time secretarial support and IT facilities.
There is the possibility of supervising a doctor in training (CT1-ST6), but it depends on the training needs and seniority of the post holder.
About us
The Health Board employs around 18,000 staff and has a budget of around £1.1 billion. It is responsible for the operation of three district general hospitals. Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd near Rhyl, and Wrexham Maelor Hospital. There are twenty two other acute and community hospitals, and a network of over ninety health centres, clinics, community health team bases and mental health units. It also coordinates the work of GP practices and the NHS services provided in North Wales by dentists, opticians and pharmacies.
The Health Board is currently undergoing a programme of change. Mental Health Services are provided by a Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Division.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide clinical leadership for the CRT in the central area, which has a combined caseload of up to 50 patients, including people placed in specialist supported living or admitted to Independent Hospitals. They will work with the two local Authorities who provide a range of individual and hostel based supported living schemes. They will work with the North Wales CHC to review out of area placements and develop individual patient recovery pathways.
3 sessions: Supporting Professional Activities
The post holder will be expected to take part in Clinical Governance activities and participate in the Health Boards appraisal process. The post holder will be expected to provide Specialist Training for trainees on the North Wales rotation of the Welsh Deanery Training Program for Psychiatry. The post holder will be expected to take part in the management process and give clinical advice to the Health Board and partnership agencies delivering care to people within the catchment area. The post holder will have the opportunity to take undergraduate/teaching placements supported by the North Wales Clinical School. Research opportunities will be available, supported by the Chair and Department of Mental Health Studies, Glyndwr University, Wrexham.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide clinical leadership for the CRT in the central area, which has a combined caseload of up to 50 patients, including people placed in specialist supported living or admitted to Independent Hospitals. They will work with the two local Authorities who provide a range of individual and hostel based supported living schemes. They will work with the North Wales CHC to review out of area placements and develop individual patient recovery pathways.
3 sessions: Supporting Professional Activities
The post holder will be expected to take part in Clinical Governance activities and participate in the Health Boards appraisal process. The post holder will be expected to provide Specialist Training for trainees on the North Wales rotation of the Welsh Deanery Training Program for Psychiatry. The post holder will be expected to take part in the management process and give clinical advice to the Health Board and partnership agencies delivering care to people within the catchment area. The post holder will have the opportunity to take undergraduate/teaching placements supported by the North Wales Clinical School. Research opportunities will be available, supported by the Chair and Department of Mental Health Studies, Glyndwr University, Wrexham.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
- Welsh AC Approval.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidence of training in the core and specialist competencies for community psychiatry.
Desirable
- Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of community psychiatric practice.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
- Included on GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of completing CCT.
- Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
- Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Evidence of having delivered postgraduate teaching.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
- Welsh AC Approval.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidence of training in the core and specialist competencies for community psychiatry.
Desirable
- Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of community psychiatric practice.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
- Included on GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of completing CCT.
- Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
- Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Evidence of having delivered postgraduate teaching.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching medical students.
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).
