Specialist Doctor

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Doncaster is seeking a Specialist Doctor for their Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Detoxification Unit. This role offers the chance to lead the clinical team and contribute to patient care in addiction psychiatry. The ideal candidate has significant experience in the field and will benefit from generous support, career development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Free parking

Administrative support

Generous study leave allowance

Assistance with relocation

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a minimum of 6 years' experience in Psychiatry.
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings.
• Ability to provide clear clinical leadership and support to MDT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patients admitted to the unit.
• Prescribe medications for detoxification and emergencies.
• Lead daily MDT meetings for patient care.

Skills

Experience in Addiction Psychiatry

Strong leadership skills

Clinical governance experience

Supervising and teaching others

Education

Full registration with the GMC

Minimum 12 years medical work

Specialist Grade Generic Capabilities Framework

Job description

Job summary

Specialist Doctor - New Beginnings Doncaster Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Detoxification Unit

We have an exciting opportunity for further career progression within the SAS grade as part of the new 2021 SAS Contract. The post holder will provide enhanced clinical leadership to our Doncaster Inpatient Detoxification Unit, part of Rotherham, Doncaster, and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Aspire Doncaster Drug and Alcohol Services provide community and inpatient services.

We are looking for candidates with experience in Addiction Psychiatry, a good understanding of the role of the Specialist doctor and the ability to provide clear clinical leadership and support to the MDT.

The post holder will have their own office, free parking, and administrative support. The post holder is supported by a full time Addiction Psychiatrist. The unit is also near the city centre, motorways and rail links.

This full-time post includes 2 sessions of Supporting Programmed Activities (SPAs), enabling the post holder to pursue CPD, service development, management, teaching, or research interests. There is a generous study leave allowance, a Mentoring scheme and there are Leadership and Development opportunities, including the opportunity to become an appraiser. Assistance with relocation is available in certain circumstances.

Applicants must have a minimum of 6 years' experience in Psychiatry and meet the Specialist Grade Generic Capabilities Framework

Main duties of the job

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical Duties/ Responsibility for Patient Care

1. Complete assessments of patients admitted to the unit. Complete a full history, physical examination.

2. Prescribe a variety of medications related to physical or mental health conditions, the detoxification and for any medical emergencies that arise.

3. Formulate and review detoxification plans according to the patient's progress.

4. Be able to respond to manage medical and mental health emergencies related to the detoxification or existing health problems.

5. Lead twice daily MDT meetings.

6. Work with the ANP and Team leader in ensuring referral to the unit are appropriate.

7. When Consultant Psychiatrist is on leave review blood test results and sign batch prescriptions for the community.

8. Provide care to patients in the community in emergency situations.

• Policy/ Service Development

To be part of clinical governance for Aspire Drug and Alcohol Services including quality improvement work

Research and Development

The Grounded Research team offers many opportunities to get involved in research at all stages of training and experience. The post holder will be able to take part in research

A comprehensive job description is available on the NHS Jobs Website. For further information and to arrange a visit please contact Dr Salvaji, Consultant Psychiatrist (Tel: [phone]) or [e-mail]

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details Date posted

30 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£100,870 to £111,441 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-DMS-033

Job locations

New Beginnings

Marshall Avenue

Doncaster

DN4 0QP

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full registration with the GMC and license to practice
• 12 years medical work, a minimum of 6 years in Psychiatry
• Meet the criteria set out in the 'Specialist Grade Generic Capabilities Framework'

Experience Essential

• Experience of working within Addiction Psychiatry
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings.
• Experience of audit and clinical governance
• Experience of supervising others, teaching, and training other professionals

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full registration with the GMC and license to practice
• 12 years medical work, a minimum of 6 years in Psychiatry
• Meet the criteria set out in the 'Specialist Grade Generic Capabilities Framework'

Experience Essential

• Experience of working within Addiction Psychiatry
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings.
• Experience of audit and clinical governance
• Experience of supervising others, teaching, and training other professionals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

New Beginnings

Marshall Avenue

Doncaster

DN4 0QP

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

New Beginnings

Marshall Avenue

Doncaster

DN4 0QP

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)