Specialty Doctor in Forensic Psychiatry | Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frankley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in England seeks a qualified Specialty Doctor to conduct patient assessments for discharge planning and perform medical reviews. Candidates should have full GMC registration and experience in psychiatric training, preferably in community mental health settings. This role offers various opportunities for career progression and a chance to make a significant impact in mental health care for the local community.

Benefits

Career progression support

Comprehensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified medical doctor registered with the General Medical Council.
• Two years of experience in a psychiatry training program or equivalent.
• Prior experience in community mental health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for discharge planning.
• Perform medical reviews of patients.
• Support staff in managing physical health needs.
• Liaise with justice and health agencies.
• Prepare and submit reports when necessary.

Skills

Medical assessments

Clinical supervision

Community mental health experience

Education

Full registration with the General Medical Council

Postgraduate psychiatric training (4 years)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of inpatients referred to the service in preparation for discharge planning.
• Perform regular planned and urgent medical reviews of patients under the team’s care.
• Support other staff in managing physical health needs.
• Attend and participate in team reflective practice and formulation sessions.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice, other healthcare providers (including GPs) and criminal justice agencies as required.
• Prepare and submit written reports when necessary.
• Attend monthly peer-group meetings of Specialty Doctors, which include teaching sessions.
• Optionally join the MRCPsych course for Resident doctors.
• Participate in regular management supervision by the line manager.
• Taken advantage of additional clinical and managerial roles and senior leadership opportunities within the service.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full registration with the General Medical Council.
• Completion of four years postgraduate training, with at least two years within a psychiatry training programme or equivalent experience and competences.
• Experience in community mental health settings (preferred).

Career Development

• Established process to support Specialty Doctors pursuing career progression, including Acting Up opportunities and support for CESR applications.

About the Trust

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4,000 clinical and support staff help us improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of 70,000 people each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for research and innovation.

Our Community

Our population is culturally diverse and often experiences high levels of deprivation, creating a growing demand for our services. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care and support our community.

Why Join Us?

If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where your warm welcome is waiting for you.