Adult Acute consultant psychiatrist

We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for an Adult Acute Consultant Psychiatrist to work for a private inpatient service based in the Northwest. This is a full-time or part time role in which the postholder will be responsible for leading the assessment and treatment of 15 bedded mixed acute unit.

Salary: £170,000 per annum FTE

Position: Adult Acute Consultant Psychiatrist

Hours: Full time 37.5 or Part time 30 hours per week

Setting: 15 bedded mixed acute unit

Location: Northwest

For this role, we’re looking for someone who is:

·         MBBS or Equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych

·         Full GMC registration with license to practice

·         Experienced & knowledgeable in EUPD

·         Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Practice

·         Committed to continued professional development

·         Desirable to have had significant experience of inpatient EUPD and treatment of disordered eating/self-harm management.

·         Able to work collaboratively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team

Your role will include:

·         Working as the Consultant and Responsible Clinician as part of the MDT

·         Take overall responsibility for patient care and treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT

·         Timely assessment of referrals along with the MDT

·         Conducting Comprehensive Assessments and Treatment Plannings with patients, external stake holders and carers.

·         Chairing MDT/CPA Meetings; Adhering to organisational admission and discharge policy and procedures.

·         Timely discharge GP notifications and discharge summaries.

·         To contribute to the unit governance through expertise and leadership.

·         Prepare and supervise reports for Mental Health Act Review Tribunals & Managers Hearings alongside giving evidence within these meetings.

·         Participate in a non-resident second on call out of hours rota with a frequency of no more than 1:7

What benefits are on offer?

·         30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 years’ service.)

·         Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings.

·         Free Parking on site

·         Subsidised meals on duty

·         Enhanced maternity pay

·         Disclosure check cost coverage

·         Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training

·         Online benefits and cashback rewards

·         Cycle to work scheme

·         Contributory pension scheme

·         Refer a friend bonuses

·         Long service awards

What can Athona offer you?

·         Experts in the psychiatry sector offering a professional and supportive service

·         Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS and private sector, many exclusive to Athona

·         Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding

·         Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK

·         A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations

·         Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfil your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Frankie on 01277 286 033.