Specialty Doctor

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the region is seeking a Specialty Doctor to join the Preston CMHT. This full-time role (10PA) is fixed term for 12 months. Responsibilities include providing medical input and direct clinical care, supporting the team with oversight from a Consultant Psychiatrist. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in psychiatry and be fully registered with the GMC. Additional benefits include remuneration for on-call duty and access to development programs.

Benefits

Access to SAS Development Programme

Participation in SAS Forum

Potential for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in psychiatry.
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• Section 12 approved (or eligible upon commencement).

Responsibilities

• Provide medical input to the Preston CMHT.
• Deliver 8.5 PA for Direct Clinical Care.
• Support the team while being guided by a Consultant Psychiatrist.

Skills

Psychiatry experience

Ability to work in a team

Consultancy skills

Education

Fully registered with the GMC

Section 12 approval

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking to recruit a Specialty Doctor to work with the Preston CMHT based at West Strand House, Preston. The post is full time (10PA) and fixed term for 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical input to the Preston CMHT, including direct care and advice/consultancy for other members of the team.
• Deliver 8.5 PA for Direct Clinical Care.
• Support the team while being supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Participate in the 2nd On Call rota (if Section 12 approved) with additional remuneration.
• Gain experience for those pursuing AC accreditation.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in psychiatry.
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• Section 12 approved (or eligible to obtain approval at commencement).

Benefits & Support

• Full‑time (10PA) fixed‑term contract of 12 months.
• Additional remuneration for those joining the 2nd On Call rota.
• Access to Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust’s SAS Development Programme.
• Participation in the active SAS Forum, meeting regularly to discuss operational and professional issues.
• Potential for further growth and professional development.

How to Apply

• Read the person specification carefully – your application will be measured against it.
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Disclosures

All positions may require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If applicable, a charge will be made to the successful candidate.