Specialty Doctor in Healthy Ageing Service

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Specialty Doctor in the Healthy Ageing Service, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing high-quality mental health care. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, engage in ongoing training, and contribute to a rapidly expanding service. Ideal candidates will have a passion for mental health, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient welfare. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years UK experience as a Psychiatric trainee or Specialty Doctor.
• Full GMC registration is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Initial assessment and management of patients with mental health issues.
• Comprehensive review of mental health histories and documentation.
• Liaison with other teams to optimize treatment outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathic skills

Leadership skills

Team working experience

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Primary Medical Degree

Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

MRCPsych (or equivalent)

Additional relevant postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Milton Keynes Mental Health Services

Specialty Doctor in Healthy Ageing Service

10 Sessions per week

Applications are invited to join The Healthy Ageing Service (HAS) and be part of a multidisciplinary team comprising Medical Staff, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, non-medical prescribers, Care Home Liaison Practitioner, Health Care Assistants, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, and administrative staff.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, energetic, and passionate about delivering high-quality care to patients suffering from mental health problems. They should have experience of team working, possess sound organisational skills, and be able to work on their own initiative. Effective communication and empathic skills are essential.

The post-holder will be part of a medical team consisting of a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Trainee Doctor. The position requires full GMC registration, and we are seeking a candidate with experience in general adult psychiatry.

The successful applicant must possess a valid and current driver’s license.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we reserve the right to close the advert before the published deadline once sufficient applications are received.

Main Duties of the Job

1. Initial assessment, investigation, and management of patients with mental health issues.
2. Follow-up of patients to monitor progress.
3. Comprehensive review of notes, making detailed and accurate but concise summaries of complex mental health histories.
4. Initiating psychotropic medications, titrating, and monitoring for side effects and physical parameters.
5. Liaison with other teams or medical specialties to optimize treatment outcomes.
6. Electronic documentation of a high standard and effective communication with primary care, secondary mental health services, and medical specialties.
7. Carrying out domiciliary visits with colleagues.
8. Supporting inpatient elderly care at the in-patient unit TOPAS as required.

Working for Our Organisation

CNWL is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with diverse physical and mental health needs. We serve a third of London, Milton Keynes, and parts of Kent, Surrey, and Hampshire. Our services are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Milton Keynes Mental Health is rapidly expanding, with new teaching programmes and increased trainee placements. We have recently introduced our first cohort of 3rd-year Medical Students, led by our Director of Undergraduate Education and Clinical Fellow.

Additional Opportunities

• Attendance at Oxford MRCPsych courses for those planning to sit the RCPsych examinations.
• One-to-one supervision with a Consultant.
• Participation in local CPD activities.
• Opportunities to develop professionally, including references for application to Article 14 or the Specialist Register.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential:

• Primary Medical Degree
• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

Desirable:

• MRCPsych (or equivalent)
• Section 12 MHA Approved
• Additional relevant postgraduate qualification

Experience, Skills, and Abilities

Essential:

• At least 3 years UK experience as a Psychiatric trainee or Specialty Doctor in old age or general adult psychiatry.

Personal Skills & Qualities

Essential:

• Excellent communication and empathic skills
• Effective verbal and written communication with patients, carers, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams
• Leadership skills
• Team working experience
• Sound organisational skills
• Ability to work independently

Other

Essential:

• Interest in the intersection of physical and mental health
• Valid driver’s license for travel to patient locations