Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist

Devon Partnership NHS Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist to lead a multidisciplinary team in providing mental health care. This role offers the chance to engage in clinical governance, teaching, and research within a supportive environment. The position is based in a modernized setting, where collaboration and innovation are key. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to quality care and inclusiveness, making a significant impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about mental health and want to be part of a dedicated team, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in multidisciplinary mental health teams.
• Ability to engage in clinical governance and service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical leadership to a Liaison Psychiatry service.
• Engage in service governance and improvement projects.
• Supervise trainee medical staff and teach medical students.

Skills

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Collaborative working

Teaching and supervision

Clinical governance understanding

Research application in clinical practice

Education

Full Registration with the General Medical Council

Approved Clinician status

Eligibility for Specialist Register

Job description

Location: Exeter, EX2 5AF
Salary: £105504.00 to £139882.00
Date posted: 2nd May 2025
Closing date: 15th June 2025

This isan opportunity to work as a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist in a 10PA jobwith the Exeter Liaison Psychiatry Team in Devon Partnership NHS Trust.

The well-establishedCore 24 model team work with The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHSFoundation Trust to provide mental health care to people admitted to thehospital or attending the Emergency Department.

Theteam are also working into an Integrated Psychological Medicine Service inpartnership with Talkworks (IAPT), Health Psychology and Medical and SurgicalSpecialties developing and contributing to care pathways for people withfunctional and chronic conditions.

Theteam is established with Multidisciplinary professionals including Nurses, OccupationalTherapists, Social Workers, Liaison Psychologists, Consultant Psychiatristsand Trainee Doctors.

We workin a modernised setting in the attractive listed building of Wonford HouseHospital in central Exeter, within a short minutes walk to the AcuteHospital entrance and additional designated rooms within the DGH.

Main duties of the job

The role is to providesenior clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary Liaison Psychiatry service,with opportunities for development and clinical leadership in the IntegratedPsychological Medicine Service. The post holder will be expected to engage inthe service governance programme and service improvement projects. The roleis well supported by all levels of trainee medical staff and there will beprovision of supervision to these staff and additionally opportunity toengage in teaching and training of medical students. Research interests areencouraged and we have links with The University of Exeter and a closeconnection with our own R&D team that we are co-located with at WonfordHouse Hospital.

About us

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Aptitudes and Values

• Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
• A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.
• A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
• A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity

Teaching and Supervision

• Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a Multidisciplinary Mental health team.
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially in acute inpatient hospital Settings.
• Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.

Research

• Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
• Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview.
• Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Management

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
• Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.