Forensic Associate Specialist

Athona Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment company is seeking a Forensic / Rehab Associate specialist in Lancashire to provide care in rehabilitation and recovery services for adult males. This full-time role demands full GMC registration and 12 months of adult psychiatry experience. Responsibilities include psychiatric assessments, report preparation, and active participation in clinical governance. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, ongoing training, and a contributory pension scheme, all for a competitive salary of £85,000 per annum.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Free parking on site

Supplemented meals

Enhanced maternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 12 months’ adult psychiatry experience required.
• Relevant experience within a similar setting preferred.
• Evidence of post registration continuing professional development desired.

Responsibilities

• Undertake psychiatric assessments and determine care levels.
• Prepare discharge summaries and reports as needed.
• Participate in clinical governance and learning activities.

Skills

Full GMC registration

Excellent verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of the Mental Health Act

CPD

Job description

Athona Recruitment have an excellent permanent job opportunity for an Associate specialist to work for a rehabilitation and recovery (R&R) and secure services for adult males based in Lancashire.

Salary: £85,000 per annum

Position: Forensic / Rehab Associate specialist

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours

Setting: Up to 28 male beds alongside consultant, either low secure or rehab depending on preference

Location: Lancashire

For this role, you will be responsible for:

• Undertake psychiatric and external assessments for clients referred to the unit to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided, under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist, and work with the unit multidisciplinary team to ensure delivery of the Care Programme.
• Prepare discharge summaries, reports and other associated documentation as necessary e.g. for CPA meetings, as directed and supervised by the Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Participation in learning activities and supervision.
• Participation in Clinical Governance activities, and account for contracted hours utilised in research, Continuing Professional Development and other non-clinical duties as necessary and in a timely manner.
• Working effectively with colleagues to ensure that clients have access to appropriate medical cover at all times, which will require participation in an on‑call rota for the site.
• The post holder will be expected to support the GP in delivering physical health care and emergency treatment to patients in complex care.
• To support the RMO and GP in delivering a consistently high standard of medical care to all patients on site. Be responsible for inducting new RMP’s and providing cover for them when they are on compensatory rest periods.
• Share responsibility for taking bloods with the site phlebotomist and RMO as necessary.
• Arrange appropriate clinical tests and investigations and take responsibility for chasing up results and acting on them in a timely manner.
• Ensure physical observations by ward staff are carried out in accordance with medical instructions. Review physical observation findings and act upon them in a clinically appropriate manner

What benefits are on offer?

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 year’s service.)
• Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings.
• Free Parking on site
• Supplemented meals on duty
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Disclosure check cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
• Online benefits and cashback rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Long service awards

For this role, we’re looking for someone who is:

• Full GMC registration
• 12 months’ adult psychiatry experience
• Relevant experience within a similar setting (preferred)
• Proven record of CPD
• Previous mental health inpatient experience desirable
• A positive attitude and commitment to change, improvement and quality
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice
• Evidence of post registration continuing professional development (preferred)
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act (preferred)
• Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent (preferred)

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the psychiatry sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS and private sector, many exclusive to Athona
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

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.