Senior Old Age Psychiatrist – Flexible, Remote Options

CNTW Community Interest Company; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 101,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 8k relocation package

30 days study leave

Flexible working options

Remote working where service needs

Protected SPA time

CPD and mentoring opportunities

Medical education centre

Employee benefits and discounts

Job summary

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Grade in Old Age Psychiatry to provide senior clinical input within the North Cumbria community treatment and memory services. The post emphasizes leadership in complex cases, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a focus on older adults with cognitive disorders and frailty.

Applicants should have MRCPsych or equivalent, GMC registration, and substantial clinical experience, with AC status or progression toward it.

Qualifications

• MBBS and GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCPsych or equivalent
• 12+ years medical work experience with at least 6 years in a relevant specialty
• AC status or working towards within six months

Responsibilities

• Engage in engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the EIP.
• Deliver excellence in clinical care and lead by example.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary community and inpatient teams.
• Promote patient safety and wellbeing.
• Respect patient rights and dignity; consider individual and cultural needs.
• Involve families and carers in patients' best interests.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical judgment

Teaching/mentoring

Communication

Risk management

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC Full Registration

MRCPsych or equivalent

12+ years medical work experience

AC Status or working towards within 6 months

Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field

Job description

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Grade in Old Age Psychiatry to provide senior clinical input within the North Cumbria community treatment and memory services. The post emphasizes leadership in complex cases, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a focus on older adults with cognitive disorders and frailty.

Applicants should have MRCPsych or equivalent, GMC registration, and substantial clinical experience, with AC status or progression toward it.