Adult Psychiatry Specialty Doctor

TopNurse; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the England is seeking an Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor. This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and specialize while working with diverse patient groups. You will conduct assessments, lead treatment plans, and support patients through their mental health challenges. Competitive pay rates and comprehensive support are part of the offer, aimed at enhancing clinical practice and training.

Benefits

Free CPD courses

Dedicated placement officer

Lucrative referral scheme

24/7/365 support

Qualifications

• Must have a medical qualification in Psychiatry.
• Ability to work with complex mental health issues.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new referral assessments and deliver therapy.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care.
• Formulate patient care and treatment plans.

Skills

Quick thinking and problem-solving

Patience in teaching and mentoring

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Pro-active in research

Empathy and understanding

Strong active listening skills

Education

Medical qualification in Psychiatry

Job description

Position: Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor

Client Name: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Moorside Unit, Trafford
Employment Type: Full Time

Benefits:

• First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts.
• Competitive pay rates.
• A dedicated placement officer.
• Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy.
• Hundreds of new shifts available every day.
• Long-term jobs and short shifts available.
• Lucrative referral scheme.
• Revalidation support.
• 24/7/365 support – available when you need us.

About the Role:

We are thrilled to present an exciting opening for an ambitious Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor looking for a developmental role and placement leading to consultancy. Positions at Moorside Unit, Trafford are highly sought after due to the trust’s commitment to providing unrivalled opportunities for clinical practice, academia, and research.

The Moorside Unit places great emphasis on medical development and advancement, offering access to advanced medical facilities and unparalleled opportunities for specialization and training.

Development and Opportunities:

As a Middle Grade Doctor, you will:

• Impart complex knowledge and champion skill enhancement throughout the department.
• Have access to various development and support packages to continuously refine and challenge your skills and knowledge.

Patient Focus:

• Mental health challenges: Approximately 25% of the population suffers from mental health problems, and stigma remains significant for those using mental health services.
• As an Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor, your role is essential in demonstrating how providing critical psychiatry services can transform lives and improve the well-being of patients.

General Key Skills:

In addition to your qualifications, as an Adult Psychiatry Middle Grade Doctor, you should have the following qualities:

• Quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Patience with the ability to teach, coach, and mentor.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A systematic approach to tasks and delegation.
• Excellent timekeeping and organizational skills.
• Pro-active approach to research and academia.
• Empathy and understanding, with a flexible attitude.
• A commitment to improving and developing knowledge and skills.
• Strong active listening skills.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct new referral assessments, deliver therapy, refer to psychology colleagues for relevant interventions, and follow-up with patients for medication reviews.
• Formulate care and treatment plans, prescribe treatments, and provide guidance on evidence-based treatment effectiveness.
• Actively support patients and families, communicating clinical information and treatment options to ensure practical understanding.
• Facilitate shared decision-making with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Lead or work within a multidisciplinary team to manage patient care.
• Prioritize patient/client requirements, delegating effectively to others.
• Recognize and report changes in a patient's condition to the team.
• Perform basic administrative tasks such as keeping records, writing prescriptions, and monitoring treatment plans.
• Teach and train junior doctors, medical students, and other team members.

Patient Focus:

If you are dedicated to achieving the very best outcomes for patients through quality patient-centric care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and contribute to transforming the care of patients with mental health needs