Psychiatrist

Wellford; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellford is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatrist to join their remote team, specializing in medicinal cannabis for mental health treatment. The role involves patient assessments, personalized treatment plans, and collaboration with a skilled healthcare team. Ideal candidates will have GMC registration and a passion for patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Psychiatrist with GMC registration required.
• Required experience with medical cannabis or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments for patients.
• Develop personalized treatment plans incorporating medical cannabis.
• Prescribe medical cannabis and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Decision-Making

Patient-Centered Care

Education

Full Registration with the General Medical Council Specialist Register

Experience with Medical Cannabis

Knowledge of digital health tools

Tools

Telemedicine practices

Job description

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CBO @ Wellford (Formerly Cannaray Limited) | Organic Aquaponic Medicinal Cannabis

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)

Contract Type: Self-Employed

Job Title: Psychiatrist

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)

Contract Type: Self-Employed

Salary: Competitive

About Us:

Wellford Medical Clinics are a leading private healthcare provider specialising in the use of medical cannabis for the treatment of mental health conditions. Our goal is to offer safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care to patients struggling with conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. As a forward-thinking clinic, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative treatments that improve patients’ quality of life. We are looking for a compassionate, experienced Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team and help us provide personalised care to those who may benefit from medical cannabis therapy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment & Consultation:
• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments for patients seeking medical cannabis treatments, including detailed medical histories, psychological evaluations, and mental health assessments.
• Treatment Planning:

Develop personalized treatment plans incorporating medical cannabis, taking into account patient history, symptom severity, and individual treatment goals.

• Cannabis Therapy Management:

Prescribe medical cannabis where appropriate, ensuring patients understand the potential benefits, risks, and appropriate use of cannabis products. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment as necessary.

• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:

Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including Non-Medical Prescribers, and other Specialists, to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

• Research & Evidence Review:

Stay current with the latest research and developments in medical cannabis treatments for mental health, as well as the legal framework and ethical considerations surrounding its use.

• Patient Education:

Educate patients about the therapeutic use of medical cannabis, ensuring they understand dosing protocols, delivery methods, potential side effects, and expected outcomes.

• Documentation & Record-Keeping:

Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with regulatory requirements and clinic policies.

• Compliance:

Ensure all treatments comply with UK regulations regarding the prescription and use of medical cannabis, following the best practice guidelines set out by the General Medical Council (GMC) and the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

• Ongoing Support & Follow-Up:

Provide continuous monitoring and follow-up care, including regular reviews of treatment efficacy and patient well-being. Offer a supportive environment for patients adjusting to cannabis therapy.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council Specialist Register
• Experience with Medical Cannabis (either direct experience or a strong interest in learning about the therapeutic use of cannabis).
• Excellent Communication Skills, with the ability to explain complex medical information to patients clearly and empathetically.
• Strong Clinical Decision-Making Skills with the ability to tailor treatments to individual patient needs.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Confidentiality & Patient-Centered Care is paramount, with a strong understanding of the importance of patient autonomy and informed consent.
• Knowledge of digital health tools or willingness to adopt telemedicine practices is an advantage.
• Experience in private practice or patient-focused healthcare is desirable but not essential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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