specialty doctor

EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Luton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Specialty Doctor to join their multidisciplinary team in Luton. The role involves providing clinical support for mental health assessment and management, flexible working options, and participation in service improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in clinical psychiatry. A relocation scheme of up to £10,000 is offered.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Relocation scheme up to £10,000

Participation in diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in clinical psychiatry practice.

Responsibilities

• Carry out 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week focused on direct clinical care.
• Collaborate with the consultant psychiatrist and multidisciplinary team for assessment and management of mental health.
• Provide community care within the Luton CMHT area under the Functional Model.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives in line with the Trust's Five Year Strategy.

Job description

Overview

An alternative career path would be progression as a specialty doctor with the possibility of gaining a Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) via Article 14 once requisite experience can be evidenced. The post-holder will work under the supervision of a consultant psychiatrist and be integral to a multidisciplinary team, accessing local CPD activities as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Carry out 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week, primarily focused on direct clinical care.
• Collaborate closely with the consultant psychiatrist and the multidisciplinary team to provide clinical support for the assessment and management of mental health problems on both routine and emergency basis.
• Provide care for patients in the community within the Luton CMHT area, operating under the Functional Model.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives as part of the Trust's Five Year Strategy, contributing to continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

This post is ideally suited for a Specialty Doctor who has a minimum of two years' experience in clinical psychiatry practice and is interested in a specialty doctor position in psychiatry outside of a training programme.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Flexible working friendly organisation with options for job share, part‑time or other flexible patterns.
• Relocation scheme offering up to £10,000 for removal and associated expenses.
• Work within a high-performing, CQC Outstanding rated Trust with a reputation for patient excellence and staff support.
• Opportunities to be involved in service user panels, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and community-focused mental health services across London and surrounding areas.

Mission & Values

The Trust’s mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving quality of life for all we serve. We care, respect, and embrace inclusivity, seeking individuals who embody these values in their work with service users, carers, and colleagues.