Consultant Psychiatrist - Dover Community

Kent PLC; Dover; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A NHS Trust in Kent is seeking a passionate Consultant Psychiatrist to lead a collaborative team and provide high-quality care to the communities of Dover and surrounding areas. This community-based position requires an individual with MRCPsych or equivalent, fully registered with the GMC, and experience in clinical leadership within mental health settings. Join a network of dedicated professionals and contribute to to valuable mental health services while enjoying the quality of life in Kent.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Supportive team of professionals

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC and have Approved Clinician status.
• Have S12 approval under the Mental Health Act or achieve it within 3 months.
• Experience working collaboratively in a community mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership within the South Kent Coastal Community Mental Health Team.
• Provide medical input to patients under the Community Mental Health Team's care.
• Strengthen relationships with external agencies including the local CCG.
• Screen referrals and assess new referrals with the team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Patient care

Collaboration

Relationship-building

Education

MRCPsych or equivalent

Registered with GMC

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real impact on the lives of people with mental health needs? As a Consultant Psychiatrist at Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, you'll lead a collaborative team and provide high-quality care to the vibrant communities of Dover and its surrounding villages. This is a community-based post where you will work flexibly and collaboratively with two other consultants in the South Kent Coast Community Mental Health Teams. Please note, we also have vacancies based in Deal and Folkestone. Please apply for each vacancy you are interested in. 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).

Responsibilities

• To provide clinical leadership within the South Kent Coastal Community Mental Health Team alongside two other Consultant colleagues.
• To provide medical input as required to patients under care of the Community Mental Health Team.
• To be actively involved in strengthening relationships with external agencies including the local CCG.
• To take an active leadership role in screening of referrals as well as assessment of new referrals jointly with other team members.

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.