Specialty Doctor, PICU Psychiatry - Acute Mental Health Care

ESSEX PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated professional to work in a 10-bed PICU, providing intensive care for patients with serious mental disorders. The role involves direct patient care, attending ward reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must have full GMC registration and relevant psychiatric qualifications. The position offers various benefits, including training opportunities and NHS discounts.

Benefits

Season ticket loan scheme

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent training facilities

Buy-and-sell annual leave scheme

Bank shift work opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
• Evidence of achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in psychiatry.
• Professional references covering the last three years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Attend ward and MDT reviews as scheduled.
• Carry out ward reviews when consultant is absent.
• Admit patients during working hours and manage urgent clinical issues.

Skills

Full registration with the GMC

Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act 1983

Achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in psychiatry

Professional references

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated professional to work in a 10-bed PICU, providing intensive care for patients with serious mental disorders. The role involves direct patient care, attending ward reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must have full GMC registration and relevant psychiatric qualifications. The position offers various benefits, including training opportunities and NHS discounts.