Consultant Psychiatrist

Cygnet Health Care; Crewe; On-site; GBP 143,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team in Crewe. This role offers the opportunity to provide senior medical cover in a specialized mental health facility, focusing on complex personality disorders and disordered eating. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality patient care while benefiting from professional development and career progression opportunities. With a competitive salary and a range of attractive perks, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of mental health.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

5 days study leave

Company-paid Life Assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Gym discounts

Free online fitness classes

Research opportunities

Teaching roles

Leadership in QI projects

Cash plan for health benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services with a focus on personality disorders and disordered eating.
• Proven leadership in clinical settings and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality care provision on Clarion Ward.
• Conduct mental state examinations and treatment plans.
• Supervise risk assessments and clinical audits.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Clinical Governance

Patient Treatment Planning

Risk Management

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Psychiatry

Job description

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist

Service Line: Personality Disorder / Disordered Eating

Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director

Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to work at Cygnet Nield House, providing senior medical cover on Clarion ward.

Cygnet Nield House in Crewe is a 29-bed mental health hospital for women, rated 'Good' by the CQC.

The service comprises two distinct wards offering specialized mental health services. This role is based on Clarion Ward, a 14-bed complex personality disorder service for women with dual diagnoses of personality disorder and disordered eating.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician, overseeing the care of all ward inpatients, and will be responsible for auditing medical services to ensure quality in line with GMC standards and other professional guidelines.

Your expertise will drive life-changing treatments, supported by a Specialty Doctor and a multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologists, and occupational therapists.

There are opportunities for career progression to Medical Director through our management schemes.

At Cygnet, you'll benefit from professional development, discounts on shopping, travel, and leisure, as well as healthcare and financial benefits, supporting your well-being both professionally and personally.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects and make a meaningful difference every day.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead the provision of high-quality care to patients on Clarion Ward.
2. Act as a positive role model, demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, families, visitors, and staff.
3. Take responsibility for patient treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
4. Assess referrals and conduct mental state examinations.
5. Perform investigations, diagnosis, and treatment.
6. Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews, and clinical audits.
7. Lead risk assessments, risk management, and embed clinical governance.
8. Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and attend hearings.
9. Liaise with the Ministry of Justice regarding patient transfers and leave approvals.
10. Maintain accurate patient records.
11. Communicate regularly with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager.
12. Maintain effective communication with patients, families, staff, and other stakeholders.
13. Participate in academic meetings and adhere to CPD standards set by GMC, Department of Health, and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
14. Contribute to the telephone on-call rota as per schedule.

Why Cygnet? Benefits We Offer

• Salary up to £168,500 per year.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service length.
• 5 days study leave, a study budget, and in-house CPD programs.
• Company-paid Life Assurance covering 3x salary.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Research opportunities, including publishing and joining research groups.
• Teaching roles, including medical students and postgraduate programs.
• Leadership and participation in QI and audit projects.
• Company-funded Cash plan with benefits up to £1000 annually, including physiotherapy, dental, optical, and prescriptions.
• Gym discounts and free online fitness classes.
• Various discount schemes and on-site amenities.