CONSULTANT IN OLD AGE LIAISON PSYCHIATRY

Triple West Medical; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated Consultant in Old Age Liaison Psychiatry. This role involves providing patient care, administrative responsibilities, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. With a competitive salary, relocation allowances, and mentorship opportunities, it offers an excellent platform for growth and specialization in diverse psychiatric fields.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £15k

Welcome packages up to £10k

Flexible hours and job share options

Access to dedicated research and innovation team

Mentorship and undergraduate education opportunities

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration is essential.
• Must have MRCPsych or equivalent.
• Experience in training psychiatric core trainees.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for administrative duties related to patient care.
• Record clinical activities accurately and comprehensively.
• Maintain professional registration and adhere to codes of conduct.

Skills

Team player

Ability to relate well to elderly patients

Experience training psychiatric core trainees

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCPsych or equivalent

GMC's Specialist Registration or within six months of completing CCT

Publications in psychiatry

Job description

CONSULTANT IN OLD AGE LIAISON PSYCHIATRY

Are you a dedicated leader seeking a new opportunity? Our client is looking for a committed Consultant specializing in Old Age Psychiatry to join their team.

The hospital is located in the East Midlands, a peaceful countryside area popular for relaxation and recharge.

The post holder will be responsible for administrative duties related to patient care, recording clinical activities accurately and comprehensively. Maintaining professional registration with the Mental Health Act Section 12 (2) approval and adhering to professional codes of conduct are also required.

Minimum requirements include:

1. Full GMC registration (ESSENTIAL)
2. MRCPsych or equivalent
3. GMC's Specialist Registration or being within six months of completing CCT
4. Publications in psychiatry
5. Ability to relate well to elderly patients, carers, and relatives
6. Team player—able to work within a multidisciplinary team
7. Experience training psychiatric Core trainees and multidisciplinary staff

Additional Information:

The Liaison Psychiatry Service collaborates with other mental health staff within acute hospitals, including specialist alcohol nurses, dementia nurses, and psychological therapists working with patients with long-term conditions or frequent attenders.

Benefits include:

• Relocation allowance up to £15k and welcome packages up to £10k
• Opportunities to pursue specialist interests such as ECT, rTMS, gender dysmorphia, prison psychiatry, ketamine infusion, etc.
• Flexible hours and job share options
• Access to a dedicated research and innovation team
• Mentorship and undergraduate education opportunities

If you are interested in this position, please apply now!

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