Consultant Psychiatrist (Wigan - SCMHT)

Integrated Care System; Leigh; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Care System seeks a Clinical Consultant to manage patients with complex mental health needs. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team, conducting assessments, and supervising trainees while contributing to service transformation. Candidates must hold a Medical Degree and MRCPsych, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Qualifications include a Medical Degree and MRCPsych.
• Must be GMC Registered and on the Specialist Register.
• Approved Clinician status is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of referrals/admissions to the service.
• Lead clinical decision-making within the MDT.
• Provide supervision for trainees in core psychiatric experience.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Management of complex cases

Collaboration with MDT

Risk assessment

Supervising trainees

Education

Medical Degree

MRCPsych

GMC Registration

Specialist Register

Approved Clinician

Job description

The SCMHT team primarily manages patients with established diagnoses of psychotic illness (the Early Intervention in Psychosis Team manages those with first episodes, from age 14 to 65), bipolar affective disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and individuals with complex mental health needs.

Main duties of the job

Clinical role

This is a replacement post. In line with New Ways of Working, the post holder will provide a consultative, supervisory, and supportive role to the multi-disciplinary team. The expected caseload is around 330. Most clinical work is clinic-based, but service users may also be seen at home as required. Clinics can be at different sites within short distances from the base.

• Undertake assessments of referrals/admissions to the service
• Diagnose and formulate management plans in complex presentations
• Provide management in treatment-resistant and complex cases
• Assess and manage risks including vulnerability, suicide risk, risks to health and safety, and risk of harm to others
• Prepare reports for Mental Health Review Tribunals and Managers' Hearings and attend subsequent hearings
• Collaborate with the MDT and external partners
• Work in partnership with psychiatrists from partner providers such as forensic and rehabilitation psychiatrists

Leadership role

• Lead clinical decision-making within the MDT to ensure high-quality care
• Develop clinical priorities aligned with national and professional standards
• Engage with service transformation programmes, including attendance at consultant meetings

Educational role

• Provide clinical supervision for trainees gaining core psychiatric experience
• Supervise trainees in achieving competencies in core general psychiatry

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff members across more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community mental health services for Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Greater Manchester is a vibrant place to live and work, offering a mix of beautiful countryside and lively city life, with renowned hospitality and cultural diversity. Our staff enjoy opportunities for learning, skill development, and contributing to innovative care improvements.

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, please refer to the attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Medical Degree
• MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
• GMC Registration
• Specialist Register
• Approved Clinician

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to identify any previous criminal convictions.

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum, pro-rata.