Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS - East of England - Locum FTC or Perm

Triple West Medical; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join their CAMHS team in East of England. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential psychiatric services to children and young people, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to enhance mental health outcomes. The position can be filled on a permanent basis or as a locum for a minimum of 12 months. The role requires a commitment to safeguarding policies and active participation in quality assurance programs, making it a fulfilling opportunity for those dedicated to improving the lives of young individuals in their care.

Qualifications

• GMC registration and relevant experience in child and adolescent mental health services are essential.
• Strong skills in psychiatric assessment and teamwork are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric services for children and young people.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies.
• Participate in audits and quality assurance programs.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Diagnosis formulation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Safeguarding policies

Education

GMC registration

Relevant experience in CAMHS

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS - East of England - Locum FTC or Perm

Triple West Medical have been appointed by an NHS Trust based in East of England to help recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS on a substantive basis or on a 12 Month minimum Locum FTC.

The full-time permanent (10PAs) post will provide Consultant Psychiatric input into the specialist CAMHS Service. The Post Holder will be an integral member of the team providing assessment and treatment for young people within the local area and we are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist who is passionate about improving outcomes for Children and Young People.

Brief Duties:

1. To provide a psychiatric service for children and young people.
2. Work closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies in health and social care as appropriate.
3. Responsibility for assessing a young person's mental state, formulating a diagnosis, advising on treatment and monitoring the risks a young person poses, alongside the MDT.
4. To work creatively with other agencies who are involved with children and young people (Paediatrics, Schools and colleges, Drug and Alcohol services, Voluntary sector, Local Authority).
5. Undertake referral meetings, case reviews as required.
6. Provide opportunities for case-based discussion and teaching to the MDT.
7. To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances in consultation with senior and junior colleagues.
8. Provide cross-cover for the other consultants where required.
9. To adhere to all relevant local and national safeguarding policies and procedures.
10. To work closely with the other CAMHS Consultants, Operational and multidisciplinary staff and Care hub managers.
11. To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programmes to improve and maintain the high standard of service.

Our Client is happy to issue Certificate of Sponsorships to suitably qualified overseas doctors. GMC registration and relevant experience is essential for this position.

If this Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS vacancy is of interest to you, please apply below and we will arrange a discussion.