Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist in Urgent Care (Derby)

NHS; Derby; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a General Adult Psychiatrist to join a well-established Multidisciplinary Team as a full-time Inpatient Consultant. This role offers the chance to grow as a clinician and develop innovative practices in a supportive environment. The Trust is committed to making a positive difference in people's lives, and you will be part of a team dedicated to improving health and wellbeing. With a relocation to a new purpose-built hospital in 2024, this position promises to be both fulfilling and impactful, offering excellent benefits and a chance to contribute to the community.

Benefits

Flexible working where possible

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Yearly appraisal and ongoing training

Generous NHS pension scheme

Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

Health service discounts and online benefits

Incremental pay progression

Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7

Access to LGBT+, BAME, and Christian networks

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification is essential.
• Fully registered with GMC and approved clinician status required.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team as a clinical leader in a psychiatric ward.
• Involved in shaping and developing the service as the Trust undertakes a new build project.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of the specialty

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Ability to work in and lead a team

Participation in research and service provision

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

Fully registered with GMC with license

Approved clinician status

Job description

Job Summary

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a General Adult Psychiatrist to join a well-established Multidisciplinary Team as a full-time Inpatient Consultant on Ward 34 at the Radbourne Unit, Derby, with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Ward 34 is a 20-bed male-only acute psychiatric ward.

As a clinical leader, you will be involved in shaping and developing the service as the Trust undertakes a new build project. In November 2024, Ward 34 will relocate to the Kingsway Site in Derby, to a new purpose-built hospital with eradication of dormitories. The ward will then be named Dove Ward.

You will have opportunities to grow and enhance your skills as a clinician and develop evidence-based innovative practices.

Main Duties of the Job

You will join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues who share good camaraderie and excellent working relationships.

The Trust is committed to its vision of making a positive difference in people's lives by improving health and wellbeing.

Derbyshire offers a blend of city and country living, with some of the most stunning landscapes in the country.

The Trust offers up to £8,000 in relocation expenses, along with a generous study budget and excellent in-house CPD program.

Potential candidates are encouraged to contact us for an informal visit.

About Us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate, and enthusiastic workforce dedicated to 'making a positive difference in people's lives.'

We are rated 'GOOD' overall by CQC, with positive comments on how our colleagues treat patients with compassion and kindness, and how staff feel proud to work for the Trust.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working where possible
• 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 days after 7 years
• Yearly appraisal and ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to LGBT+, BAME, and Christian networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Additional Details

Date Posted: 07 May 2025

Pay Scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per year, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time

Reference Number: 383-SPE-4440-24-H

Job Location

Ward 34, Radbourne Unit, Royal Derby Hospital Site, Uttoxeter Road, Derby, DE22 3WQ

Job Responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
• Fully registered with GMC with license
• Approved clinician status

Skills (Essential)

• Excellent knowledge of the specialty
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Ability to work in and lead a team
• Participation in research and service provision

Additional Requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Ward 34, Radbourne Unit, Royal Derby Hospital Site, Uttoxeter Road, Derby, DE22 3WQ

Website: http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/