Consultant Psychiatrist - Canterbury Inpatient Rehabilitation

Kent PLC; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a clinical leader to oversee patient care. The successful candidate will be ideally qualified with MRCPsych or equivalent and be fully registered with the GMC. Responsibilities include managing clinical care and supporting team development while ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. Join a diverse team committed to transforming healthcare and enhancing patient well-being. Opportunities for professional development and research contribution within a supportive environment await you.

Benefits

Exceptional professional development opportunities

Collaboration with local medical schools

Rich diversity in the workplace

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC.
• Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act.
• Expert knowledge of physical illness treatment and referrals.

Responsibilities

• In overall charge of patient's care.
• Delegate tasks and support individual team members' development.
• Monitor treatment and physical health of patients.

Skills

Leadership in clinical settings

Expert knowledge of psychotropic medication

Good working knowledge of MHA and MCA

Education

MRCPsych or equivalent

GMC registration

Job description

Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or achieve this within 3 months of appointment).,

• As a clinical leader in the team, the post-holder will be in overall charge of patient’s care.
• They will delegate to other team members and seek to support the development of individual team members in the pursuit of excellent clinical care.
• The post-holder will have expert knowledge of options for the use of psychotropic medication and of the monitoring and treatment of physical illnesses including when to refer patients to their GPs or specialists.
• They will have good working knowledge of the use of MHA, MCA, safeguarding procedures and the Court of Protection.

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.

Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England. Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.