Specialty Doctor/Associate Specialist

Malvern Hills; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in mental health care seeks a Specialty Doctor or Associate Specialist for its Inpatient Mental Health Team. The position involves delivering high-quality assessments and treatment while engaging collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment. The role offers professional growth opportunities, commitment to inclusivity, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working opportunities

Supportive maternity and paternity policies

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Medical degree and psychiatric qualifications required.
• Experience in mental health and psychiatric treatment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality psychiatric assessments, treatment, and interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
• Engage with patients and provide holistic, person-centred care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Medical degree

Relevant psychiatric qualifications

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality mental health care and making a meaningful difference in patients' lives? Join our Holt Ward Inpatient Mental Health Team as a Specialty Doctor or Associate Specialist and be part of a dynamic and inclusive organisation committed to excellence in patient care.

Worcestershire is a mixed rural and urban county covering over 500 square miles with a population of around one million. It includes the City of Worcester and towns such as Kidderminster, Stourport, Bewdley, Tenbury Wells, Bromsgrove, Redditch, Droitwich, Evesham, Pershore, Malvern, and Upton upon Severn. The area offers excellent living and working prospects, with nearby natural attractions like the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean, Malvern Hills, and Brecon Beacons National Park, along with easy access to the M5 and M50. Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, and Cheltenham are within reach, and the area boasts outstanding schools and a rich cultural life.

Why Join Us?

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace. Our leadership is built on compassion, ensuring that patients and staff feel valued and empowered. We prioritize professional growth, innovation in mental health treatment, and a healthy work-life balance. We support SAS colleagues in advancing their careers, including attaining AC approval and CESR.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver high-quality psychiatric assessments, treatment, and interventions within the inpatient team.
2. Work collaboratively with colleagues and the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
3. Participate in team discussions, treatment planning, and risk assessments.
4. Engage with patients, carers, and families to provide holistic, person-centred care.
5. Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
6. Provide cross cover to colleagues as needed.
7. Develop and maintain positive professional relationships.
8. Challenge poor practice and demonstrate leadership qualities.

Note: There are no on-call commitments.

Minimum Requirements

• Medical degree and relevant psychiatric qualifications.
• Experience in mental health and psychiatric treatment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and compassionate leadership.

About Our Organization

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we deliver outstanding care through community hospitals and health services across Worcestershire, providing mental health and learning disability services across both counties. Our team of over 4,500 staff serves people of all ages with physical and mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We support our staff with flexible working options, career development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

What We Offer

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with long service.
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay for unsocial hours.
• Flexible and agile working opportunities.
• Supportive maternity, paternity, and adoption policies.
• Wide range of staff networks and health and wellbeing initiatives.

If you are interested, please visit our website for more information and read the attached applicant guidance notes. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.