Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry - Medway CMHT

Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is looking for a Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join the Community Mental Health Team in Gillingham. The role involves providing vital care and support to patients, along with opportunities for professional development and a positive work-life balance. With flexible hours and excellent benefits, you will be at the forefront of mental health care in Kent.

Benefits

Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000

Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement

Access to NHS pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent Learning and Development opportunities

Free access to independent counselling service

Discount service through Blue Light Card

Car lease scheme

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• At least 4 years postgraduate experience.
• Participated in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior medical input for community mental health services.
• Conduct initial assessments and follow-up reviews for patients.
• Collaborate with other clinicians per the Lone Working Policy.

Skills

Good communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent specialist qualification

Job description

Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry - Medway CMHT

We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor to join our Community Mental Health Team at Medway, Gillingham, Kent.

We believe in changing lives through giving excellent care that improves people's mental health and now is a great time to be part of the KMPT family.

This is a 10 PA post however the Trust would welcome a discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support work-life balance.

Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including licence to practice.

MHA Section 12(2) Approval holders have the option to contribute to a middle-tier non-residential on call rota. Specialty doctors who do not hold Section 12 (2) Approval are expected to work towards this and will be supported to do so.

Main duties of the job

This is a 10 PA per working week post within the Medway locality, providing senior medical input to the community mental health service, including providing initial assessment, offering follow up reviews for patients requiring short-term input from the team and CPA Reviews for patients with long-term needs on the Enhanced CPA Pathway.The post holder will have a joint caseload with other clinicians in the team. They will be expected to work with other clinicians in keeping with the trust Lone Working Policy.

Please note that all interviews will be conducted via video link using Microsoft Teams.

Please note that you will be required to submit an application form for each post you are interested in applying for.

About us

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.

Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.

Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.

Part time or job-share applications are welcome.

Our Benefits

Here are just some of our Benefits:

Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000

Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical school

Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme

Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break

Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help

Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest

Free access to an independent counselling service

Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts

Car lease scheme

A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.

*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: [e-mail]

Person Specification

TRANSPORT

Essential

• Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.

Desirable

• MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU

ELIGIBILITY

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment

CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
• Good knowledge in specialty
• Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Good oral and written communication skills in English

Desirable

• Postgraduate experience in specialty

ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING

Essential

• Participated in continuous professional development
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• Has actively participated in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
• Participated in research or service evaluation

PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Shows empathy and sensitivity.
• Copes under pressure.
• Works co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.

Desirable

• Manages own time, workload and prioritises work
• Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software

LEADERSHIP

Essential

• Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.

Desirable

• Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
• Able to deputise for consultant psychiatrist.
• Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.

Employer details

Employer name

Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Address

Medway Community Mental Health Team, Britton House, High Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 1AL

Britton House, High Street

Gillingham

ME7 1AL

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

380-MED-25-031-PERM-A

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