Lead Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient General Adult

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to lead the care for patients on a male acute ward. This position involves comprehensive psychiatric assessments, managing patient treatment, and providing medical leadership within a multidisciplinary team. The Trust is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and offers various benefits, including support for flexible working and professional development opportunities. This role includes responsibilities such as conducting patient reviews and managing psychiatric emergencies.

Benefits

Relocation package

Access to in-house training

Opportunities for special interests

Qualifications

• Completed medical training with a specialization in psychiatry.
• Experience in mental health care settings necessary.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership for MDT meetings.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments.
• Support staff in managing psychiatric emergencies.
• Conduct patient reviews and lead multidisciplinary ward reviews.

Skills

Medical leadership

Comprehensive psychiatric assessment

Risk assessment

Effective communication

Education

Consultant Psychiatrist qualification

Job description

A leading mental health organization in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to lead the care for patients on a male acute ward. This position involves comprehensive psychiatric assessments, managing patient treatment, and providing medical leadership within a multidisciplinary team. The Trust is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and offers various benefits, including support for flexible working and professional development opportunities. This role includes responsibilities such as conducting patient reviews and managing psychiatric emergencies.