Consultant Psychiatrist- Dual unit position- Rehab and Acute

Priory; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a dual unit position in a supportive environment. This role involves leading patient care, conducting assessments, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of mental health services. With a focus on professional development, the position offers opportunities for teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives. The hospital is set in beautiful landscaped gardens, providing an ideal setting for both patients and staff. If you are passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement with Birthday Leave

Study leave & support with CPD opportunities

Supportive consultant peer group

Opportunity for further learning & development

Medical indemnity cover

Free onsite parking

Subsidised lunches

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice is required.
• Desirable to have significant experience in inpatient mental health acute units.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient care and treatment plans as part of the MDT.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and chair MDT meetings.
• Participate in audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Mental Health Act Knowledge

Patient Care Responsibility

Multi-disciplinary Team Collaboration

Assessment and Treatment Planning

Education

MBBS or Equivalent Medical Degree

MRCPsych with s12/AC approval

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist- Dual unit position- Rehab and Acute

Reference: PRI99846

Location: Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, 100 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, SK8 3DG

Priory Group Division: Healthcare

Salary: Apply

Hours: 37.5

Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

We have an excellent full time opportunity to work as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Priory Cheadle Royal Hospital. Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Cheadle, Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults. The focus of our service is to help people to live their best life in a safe and supportive environment.

Job Advert Role Description

The role will include:

Clinical:

• Working as the Consultant and Responsible Clinician as part of the MDT
• Take overall responsibility for patient care and treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
• Timely assessment of referrals along with the MDT
• Conducting Comprehensive Assessments and Treatment Planning with patients, external stakeholders and carers.
• Chairing MDT/CPA Meetings; Adhering to organisational admission and discharge policy and procedures.
• Timely discharge GP notifications and discharge summaries.
• To contribute to the unit governance through expertise and leadership.
• Prepare and supervise reports for Mental Health Act Review Tribunals & Managers Hearings alongside giving evidence within these meetings.
• Participate in a non-resident second on call out of hour's rota with a frequency of no more than 1:7

Management:

• Offering Clinical Leadership in collaboration with Ward Manager
• Ensuring Ward is compliant with Organisational and Regulatory requirements
• Attending ward governance meetings with ward manager
• Working with organisational quality improvement (QPIs) initiatives
• Attending Monthly governance meetings.

Academic:

• Attending monthly Academic meetings
• Case presentations and teaching
• Participation in audit, research, quality improvement initiatives

Post requirements:

• MBBS or Equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych with s12/AC approval
• Full GMC registration with license to practice
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Practice
• Committed to continued professional development
• Desirable to have had significant experience of inpatient mental health acute units.
• Able to work collaboratively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave entitlement with Birthday Leave
• Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
• Supportive consultant peer group
• Opportunity to undertake further learning & development
• Medical indemnity cover
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised lunches
• Online benefits and cashback rewards

Closing Date: 31/03/2025