Lead Consultant in Community Psychiatry & Recovery

East London NHS Foundation Trust; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a psychiatrist to lead the transformation of community mental health services. The role involves providing comprehensive assessments and managing complex mental health conditions while working in a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should be fully registered with the GMC and have extensive experience in acute adult psychiatry. The position is integral to enhancing community-focused healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or consultant level within the last 3 years.
• Experience of working at consultant level in a community environment.
• Commitment to working with service users on service development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and management of mental health issues for adults.
• Attend weekly MDT meetings as the clinical leader.
• Provide clinical advice to primary care physicians.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Risk assessment

Mental Health Act application

Teaching skills

Organisational skills

Education

Fully registered with the General Medical Council

Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Higher degree such as MD or PhD

Job description

A national healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a psychiatrist to lead the transformation of community mental health services. The role involves providing comprehensive assessments and managing complex mental health conditions while working in a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should be fully registered with the GMC and have extensive experience in acute adult psychiatry. The position is integral to enhancing community-focused healthcare.