Consultant Psychiatrist – Park Lodge CMHT

The Trust is seeking to appoint one Consultant Psychiatrist to the Park Lodge Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). This post is one of two General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist roles within the Park Lodge CMHT. The vacancy has arisen following the departure of the previous postholder. The service covers a population of approximately 58,000 and currently manages a caseload of around 310 patients. The area is demographically mixed, with pockets of social deprivation and a prevalence of drug and alcohol-related difficulties, which are consistent with an urban population. The caseload is anticipated to reduce over time, as a proportion of patients with lower complexity needs are expected to transition back to Primary Care. This will be supported by the development of newly established Primary Care Mental Health Teams. The postholder will also play an active role in supporting strategic service development and contributing to business planning. The catchment area for this post is smaller than the Trust average, and the current caseload is below the Trust median. There is no inpatient responsibility associated with this role.

Hold Consultant Psychiatrist responsibility for Park Lodge CMHT Be actively involved in the leadership, management and decision making within the Community Mental Health Team Utilise a flexible approach to delivery of clinical care so that it best meets the needs of service users and carers. Supervise and support team members who carry out assessments of patients referred to the team. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for patients. Support MDT staff to manage psychiatric emergencies Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary reviews, and multi- professional meetings To act as team responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice. To carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and as required participate in Trust's risk management processes such as Health Risk Assessment and Management Meetings (H-RAMM) Liaison with families / carers other stakeholders and interested parties The post holder will be expected to maintain effective communication with IAPT services and other community mental health teams and primary care.