Specialty Doctor in CAMHS - Central Cornwall Community Team

Integrated Care System; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS health provider in Cornwall is seeking a Specialty Doctor for CAMHS. The role includes conducting psychiatric evaluations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in acute settings and a relevant medical degree. The position offers competitive salary ranging from £59,175 to £95,400, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in treating children and young people in an inpatient setting.
• Background in various mental health services, including primary care.
• Involvement in clinical governance and medical education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and formulating care plans.
• Collaborate with team members to manage complex cases.
• Engage in clinical team meetings and foster positive relationships.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Effective communication

Capacity for practical skills

Risk management knowledge

Experience in assessing patients

Education

Recognised basic Medical Degree

Relevant higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD)

Completed 4 years Post Graduate experience

Completed 2 years Psychiatry experience

Job description

Go back Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Specialty Doctor in CAMHS - Central Cornwall Community Team

The closing date is 24 August 2025

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor for the Restormel Children's and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in the medical community team and collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT).

The main duty involves leading the psychiatric assessment and treatment of child and adolescent patients in the Mid Cornwall area under the guidance of a Consultant.

The preferred candidate will possess experience in treating children and young people in an inpatient setting and have a background in various mental health services, including primary care.

Applicants should have at least four years of medical experience, with a minimum of two years in Psychiatry, preferably within a CAMHS environment. While MRCPsych is not mandatory, candidates who are in the process of obtaining it are encouraged to apply, as they will be offered opportunities for higher training and support with their examinations.

Main duties of the job

The primary responsibilities of a Specialty Doctor include:

- Conducting psychiatric evaluations, establishing diagnoses, and formulating care plans and treatment strategies for patients in the designated care area.- Collaborating with team members to assess and manage complex cases.- Liaising with external services and agencies, such as those in education, social services, and the voluntary sector.- Cooperating with services to ensure child protection.- Engaging in clinical team meetings at the Hive and fostering transparent, positive relationships with all team members to support case consultations and discussions.

About us

We are an NHS community and mental health provider Trust located in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our mission is to deliver both community and hospital-based care to enhance the physical and mental health of individuals. Additionally, we offer specialised support for those with dementia or learning disabilities.

Our organisation values people, and as a member of our team, you will contribute to the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors in this picturesque region of the UK.

The Trust is comprised of over 4,000 individuals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and administrative and support staff.

Our services are provided in people's homes, community clinics, and bases, with some staff operating from one of our 13 community hospitals. We strive to attract exceptional people, deliver outstanding care, be an excellent workplace, and form strong partnerships.

The area is home to approximately 568,000 residents. A third of Cornwall's population receives acute hospital services from Devon, prompting close collaboration with our Devon partners. Tourist seasons, particularly summer and holidays, see an influx of visitors, leading to increased demand for our services.

Job responsibilities

For full details of this role and the opportunities available at Cornwall Partnership, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Recognised basic Medical Degree
• Relevant higher degree e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications MRCPsych
• Section 12 Approval
• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
• Completed 4 years Post Graduate expereince
• Completed 2 years Psychiatry experience

Clinical skills

• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
• Risk Management: knowledge of risk management.

Specialty specific skills related to the post.

• Experience of assessing and treating patients in acute and psychiatric settings
• Experience of working in the Home Treatment Team
• Experience working within a Community Mental health team.

Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care.

• Clinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Aware of own limitations. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.
• Organisation of further teaching programmes in medical education or multi professional education. Commitment to and experience of undergraduate and post graduate learning and teaching
• Experience of involvement in a research project and/or publication.
• Interest in Research. Published audit project.
• Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
• Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives.
• Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options.

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.

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

£59,175 to £95,400 a yearPer Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Part-time,Job share,Flexible working