ConsultantPsychiatryPermanent

Consultant Psychiatrist in GA -Inpatients Sycamore Ward

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Chesterfield

Salary

£109,725 – £145,478

Training post

No

Trust type

Foundation

Posted

3 weeks ago

About the role

An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a General Adult Psychiatrist to be part of a Multidisciplinary Team as a full time Inpatient Consultant on Sycamore Ward at the Derwent Unit, Chesterfield with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Sycamore ward is an 18-bed ward with male and female wings for adults of working age.Sycamore ward is a part of a new purpose built Inpatient Psychiatric ward situated in the new 54 bed Acute Unit called Derwent Unit at Chesterfield, under the Making Room for Dignity (MRFD) programme of Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a clinical leader you will be involved in shaping and developing the service. You will also have opportunities to grow and enhance your skills as a clinician and develop evidence based innovative practices.

Consultant Psychiatrist in GA -Inpatients Sycamore Ward

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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You will join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues who share good camaraderie and excellent working relationships. The Consultant's role is to provide consultant and Approved Clinician responsibility for all patients on Willow Ward. Consultants will be responsible for the treatment given to patients in their care; they will be responsible for the prompt and comprehensive assessment of admissions, for diagnosis and treatment of patients, for regularly reviewing patient and for the proper administration of the mental health act in relation to detained patients, preparing tribunal reports and attendance at tribunals. They will be supported by the junior medical staff and the consultant is responsible for the appropriate delegation, organisation and supervision of the junior medical staff in the team. The Trust is committed to its vision to make a positive difference in people's lives by improving health and wellbeing. Derbyshire offers a blend of city and country living; it has some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The trust offers up to £8000 in relocation expenses. We have a generous study budget and an excellent in-house CPD program as well. We encourage potential candidates to contact us, and we will be happy to arrange an informal visit.

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'. Benefits include: Commitment to flexible working where this is possible 33 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 days after 7 years Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Generous NHS pension scheme Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7 Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities

Person specification

Essential

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
Fully registered with GMC with license
Approved clinician status
Excellent knowledge of speciality
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
Ability to work in and lead a team
Participated in research and service provision