Specialist Psychiatrist for Torbay Crisis Resolution and HTT

Devon Partnership NHS Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in the UK seeks a Specialist Psychiatrist for the Torbay Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team. This fixed-term role involves providing senior medical leadership, conducting urgent assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Psychiatry, including a valid GMC registration and relevant specialist registrations. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave entitlement

Study leave opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years medical work required.
• Experience in a relevant specialty for at least six years.
• Shall meet criteria in Specialist grade capabilities framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior medical leadership to the team.
• Conduct urgent assessments and treatments.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills in interviewing

Ability to manage crises

Confidence in assessing physical health problems

Education

MB BS or equivalent

GMC registration

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Job description

Specialist Psychiatrist for Torbay Crisis Resolution and HTT

Devon Partnership NHS Trust stands at the forefront ofmental health and learning disability care, forging partnerships with healthand social care providers to support recovery.

The Role: We invite you to join us as a SpecialistPsychiatrist in Torbay HTT , a pivotal role situated within the Southern Locality of the AdultClinical Directorate. The service is an exciting time to join this team withthe plans of integrated care and 24/7 pilot community care .

Why Join Us: Making a Real Impact: Play a crucial role in developingthis new service Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimizerestrictions on patient treatment.

1. InclusiveWorking Environment: Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that valuesdiversity and champions recovery, inclusion, and wellbeing.

2. Opportunitiesfor Growth: The post holder will be provided appropriate support for developinga portfolio and specialist registration through the portfolio pathway. Thisincludes regular supervisions with the line manager, educational supervisor andthe portfolio pathway lead. The trust will fund the first application whilesubmitting the portfolio.

3. Work-LifeBalance: Enjoy competitive annual leave entitlement and study leaveopportunities

Embrace flexibility associated withthis post.

This is a Fixed term role for 2 years with the possibility of renewal

Main duties of the job

The post holderwill be providing the senior medical leadership to Torbay HTT

The post holderwill be available 9-5 Monday to Friday. The post holder will be currently basedat Haytor Unit , Torbay Hospital

The post holderwill work within MDT and offer urgent assessment, diagnosis and treatment ofpatients being managed by the Torbay HTT as well as other expert clinicalservices in support of patients and their families/carers as judged necessary.

Apply now to unlock your potential and join us in creating an inclusive society where mental health and wellbeing are universally understood and valued. Devon Partnership NHS Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds

About us

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent
• GMC registration.
• Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
• Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Experience

• Minimum of 12 years medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
• Shall meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework found at the following link: https://www.nhsemployers.org/sites/default/files/2021-06/sas-paper-2-specialist-grade-generic-capabilities-framework-2021.pdf
• Experience at senior level working in the field of Psychiatry
• Experience of Home Treatment or equivalent
• Delivering supervision of non-medical prescribers

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
• Ability to manage crises and act independently.
• Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
• Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
• Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA.
• Good knowledge of clinical risk management.
• Good knowledge of evidence based strategies for management of psychiatric disorder
• Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
• Understanding of NHS organisational arrangements including social care

Research

• Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Personal Skills, Continuing Professional Development, Motivation, Practical Arrangements and Physical

• Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
• Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
• Punctuality/good time management.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Well organised.
• Willingness and ability to support other professions in achieving their educational aims
• Commitment to process of CPD
• Ability to organise own learning/CPD
• Meets professional health requirements
• Ability to be independently mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner including urgently and in accordance to service need
• Ability to critically examine practice.
• Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
• Access to appropriate personal transport to fulfil the post.

Clinical Governance

• Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision

Research

• Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals.

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.