Lead Consultant Psychiatrist, First Response Service

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust; Winwick; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health services provider is seeking a full-time Consultant for the First Response Service based in Hollins Park Hospital. The role involves providing leadership, conducting psychiatric assessments, and supporting a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care. The candidate will be aligned with values of delivering high-quality services and participate in various Trust initiatives. The position encourages flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide dynamic leadership to the First Response Service.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance frameworks.
• Conduct patient reviews and mental health act assessments.
• Participate in risk management processes.
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to consultant on-call rota.

Skills

Psychiatric assessments

Leadership skills

Crisis management

Communication

Education

Medical degree and Consultant psychiatrist qualification

Job description

A leading mental health services provider is seeking a full-time Consultant for the First Response Service based in Hollins Park Hospital. The role involves providing leadership, conducting psychiatric assessments, and supporting a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care. The candidate will be aligned with values of delivering high-quality services and participate in various Trust initiatives. The position encourages flexible working arrangements.