Specialty Doctor

CYGNET; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £85,000 per year

Generous annual leave

Study leave & CPD budget

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Contributory pension scheme

Gym discounts

On-site meals

Job summary

CYGNET is seeking a Specialty Doctor to provide medical and psychiatric care within a secure and non-secure mental health service across multiple units. The role offers a structured rotation, supervision, and development towards consultant-level practice.

You will be fully GMC registered with MBBS (or equivalent) and ideally MRCPsych or equivalent. A strong commitment to CPD, teamwork, and patient-centered care is essential for this post.

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered and MBBS (or equivalent) qualified.
• MRCPsych or equivalent membership is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric support with initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients.
• Assess, investigate, diagnose and treat under consultant supervision.
• Maintain clear communication with ward staff, other professionals and agencies.
• Attend ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings; prepare discharge summaries.
• Participate in mandatory training and on-call duties as required.

Education

MBBS (or equivalent)

MRCPsych or equivalent

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 DoctorProfessionally Accountable to: Medical Director / Consultant PsychiatristManagerially Responsible to: Hospital ManagerAre you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?We are proud to offer a dynamic and enriching rotation programme for Specialty Doctors across our secure and non-secure services. Our diverse clinical settings include male and female secure units, specialist Deaf services for both men and women, and a dedicated male personality disorder unit. These are niche, highly specialised pathways offering a broad and unique clinical experience.In addition, our service provides valuable exposure to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), including both psychiatric intensive care units (PICU) and low secure wards. Doctors also gain experience in adult acute psychiatry and adult psychiatric intensive care, ensuring a well-rounded foundation across the lifespan.Our rotation scheme is designed with training and development at its core. Specialty Doctors rotate annually within the service, enabling them to gain diverse experience across sub-specialties while being fully supported in their clinical and professional development.We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic doctor who is committed to progressing toward higher training and ultimately a consultant role. You will benefit from a personalised development plan, strong clinical supervision, and a service-wide focus on reflective practice, learning, and continuous improvement.If you are passionate about secure and specialist mental health care and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would be delighted to hear from you.This is a full-time position which will provide support across two teamsMain duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patientsCarry 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 requiredParticipate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetingsMaintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventionsPreparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelinesAttending 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 as per hospital requirementWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to £85,000 per year (Depending on experience)Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupCompany 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 prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeOur Portfolio Pathway programmeThis 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) qualifiedExperienced & knowledgeable in psychiatryKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentCygnet has 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.Click the link to apply or email [e-mail] next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply