CAMHS Eating Disorder Consultant psychiatrist

Athona Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for an Eating Disorder Consultant working for a private secure service based in the East of England. This is a full-time role over 4-5 days, working on 3 wards that empowers recovery in a fast-paced, challenging and fun environment for children and young people aged 8-18 years with eating disorders – which offers compressed hours flexibility.

Salary: Up to £170,000 per annum

Position: Eating Disorder Consultant

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – 4 or 5 working days

Setting: CAMHS Eating Disorders

Location: East of England

As a Consultant Psychiatrist working 37.5 hours per week over 4 or 5 days, you will deliver an evidence-based and focused treatment plan to support the children and young people aged 8-18, and their families, as they progress through their care plans to understand eating behaviours and restore physical health.

Responsibilities:

1. Review referrals and determine appropriateness for admission
2. Conduct admission assessment and ensure effective management plans of all young people on the unit
3. Conduct risk assessment and review regularly
4. Allocate specialist psychological treatments in line with individual needs
5. Assess physical health
6. Ensure effective liaison with referring teams
7. Facilitate regular CPA review meetings
8. Act as Responsible Clinician for young people detained under the Mental Health Act

Benefits:

1. Competitive annual salary
2. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
3. A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution
4. Life Assurance
5. Enhanced Maternity Package
6. Free meals while on duty
7. Employee Assistance Services
8. Career development and training
9. Wellbeing support and activities
10. Voluntary benefits
11. Medical indemnity cover
12. Flexibility to work in a clinically led environment

Requirements:

1. Registered on the Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with a licence to practice
2. Experience of CAMHS eating disorders desirable

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Frankie on 01277 286 033.