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Cygnet; Greater London; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Study leave & CPD budget

Research opportunities

Cash plan with health benefits

Gym discounts & wellness programs

On-site parking & free meals

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Churchill in London is seeking a Specialty Doctor to deliver psychiatric care on our 17-bed acute male unit. You will operate under supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist, within a robust multidisciplinary team, with a focus on safe, timely inpatient care and effective discharge planning.

The role offers a clear pathway toward Consultant level, with MRCPsych support, educational supervision, and a strong commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified.
• Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent
• Experience in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis

Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric care for inpatients.
• Carry out assessments, investigations, diagnosis and treatment under supervision.
• Maintain clear medical records and discharge summaries.
• Participate in weekly ward rounds and MDT meetings.
• Attend mandatory training and contribute to ongoing CPD.

Skills

Excellent communication

Clinical judgment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

CPD focus

Education

MBBS degree, GMC registered

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Job Title: Specialty Doctor

Professionally Accountable to:Consultant Psychiatrist

Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager

Are you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry – and a competitive salary?

We are seeking an experienced

full-time Specialty Doctorwho will work at

Cygnet Hospital Churchill and provide psychiatric care on

,

our 17-bed acute service for men.

The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission.

Recovery is at the core of Cygnet Churchill. We offer a robust rehabilitation model of care, giving individuals access to a range of psychological interventions, facilities and activities to aid recovery. Most importantly, we lead with co-production; collaborating directly with the men we support to shape their care plans and their environment.

You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist)- while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Main duties and Responsibilities…

Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients

Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.

Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required

Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings

Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions

Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines

Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.

Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.

Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

Salary up to £90,000 per year (Depending on Experience)

Generous annual leave entitlement

5 days paid study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme

Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary

Contributory pension scheme

Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group

Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions

Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations

Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card

Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support

Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy

Electric Car Scheme

This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level – and you'll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.

You'll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development – and you'll receive support with MRCPsych exams.

We are looking for someone who is...

Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent

Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis

Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

Committed to continued professional development

Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.