Consultant Psychiatrist, Trafford, Old Age Inpatient

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Urmston; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health care provider in Urmston is seeking a medical leader to oversee psychiatric care on inpatient wards. The role involves conducting assessments, supporting staff in emergencies, and leading team meetings. Candidates should have experience in mental health care and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and families. The position offers opportunities for personal development and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Provide medical leadership for multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and treatment for inpatients.
• Manage psychiatric emergencies and support ward-based staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary ward reviews and meetings.
• Conduct patient reviews and manage risk assessments.
• Liaise with families and carers.

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a well-established existing post and the postholder will provide medical leadership to the care of patients on Bollin (functional) and Greenway (organic) wards. There are a total of 21 patients on both wards.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical leadership for MDT meetings.
• Carry out comprehensive psychiatric Assessment and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward.
• Support ward-based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies.
• Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings.
• Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983(amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice.
• Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status according to agreed procedures.
• Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust’s risk management processes.
• Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team.
• Maintain a high level of effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service including other wards and inpatient units, community mental health teams, services and primary care.
• Liaison with Families and Carers.
• Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor.
• Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise other members of the medical teams in Tribunal work Assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment and authorise Section 17 leave.

About Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Application notes

For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

This advert closes on Friday 5 Dec 2025