Fixed-Term Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fixed-Term Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry. This role involves providing psychiatric care, supporting consultant psychiatrists, and participating in quality improvement projects. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in psychiatry and relevant qualifications. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration in a dynamic medical environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Positive impact on community health

Qualifications

• 3 years NHS experience in Psychiatry required.
• Approved under S12 or able to achieve with 6 months.
• Good knowledge and skills in psychiatric care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver projects with the Clinical Director.
• Provide psychiatric care under supervision.
• Act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for assessments.

Skills

Clinical skills in psychiatry

Good communication skills

Knowledge of NHS structure

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent

Fully registered with the GMC

Job description

Fixed-Term Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

The Trust is seeking motivated and enthusiastic doctors with at least three years experience in Psychiatry to join Kent & Medway Mental Health NHS Trust.

You will be working in inpatient or community psychiatry roles to give support to consultant psychiatrists who are working as Clinical Directors. As you will be working closely with senior medical managers, you will have dedicated time to develop management and leadership skills, and to support the Clinical Director in development projects.

Your clinical role will be in support of two of the services listed below.

The posts are as follows:

Post 1: West Kent - Forensic & Rehab

4 PA: Forensic Inpatients, Priority House, Maidstone, Kent

4 PA: Community Rehabilitation, Albion Place, Maidstone, Kent

Post 2: North Kent - Older Persons & MHLD

4 PA: Older Adults Inpatients, Jasmine Centre, Dartford, Kent

4 PA: Community MHLD, Archery House, Dartford, Kent

Please include as part of your application (at the top of your supporting statement section) which post(s) you would like to be considered for.

Main duties of the job

You will work closely with the Clinical Director to develop and deliver projects related to service development and quality improvement in order to enhance the quality, safety and effectiveness of care provided by the mental health service.

Clinical duties of post holder

1. To work with the Clinical Director to develop and deliver projects related to service development and quality improvement in order to enhance service quality, safety and effectiveness.

2. To provide psychiatric care to patients under supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist.

3. To provide medical input to the Multidisciplinary Liaison Team.

4. Availability to act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for the purpose of Mental Health Act assessments - where approved. If not approved then to work towards Section 12(2) approval.

5. To ensure effective liaison occurs between mental health services and other agencies in the voluntary and statutory sectors as appropriate.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.

Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.

Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.

Job responsibilities

For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.

We anticipate these to be a popular post, therefore early applications are welcomed and encouraged. Please note: This advert may close earlier than the advised end date.

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Person Specification

Transport

• Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment

Clinical Skills, knowledge and experience

• Shall have completed at least 4 years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in psychiatry or as a fixed term specialty trainee in psychiatry; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies
• At least 3 years NHS experience in Psychiatry
• Good knowledge in specialty (psychiatry)
• Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• Postgraduate experience in specialty (psychiatry)

Academic skills and lifelong learning

• Participated in continuous professional development
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• Has actively participated in clinical audit.
• Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
• Participated in research or service evaluation

Professional and personal qualities

• Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
• Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software

Leadership

• Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
• Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
• Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Deputy Chief Medical Officer (workforce)

£61,542 to £99,216 a yearpro rata per annum