Specialty Doctor psychiatrist Adult ED-In patients Unit-Avalon Ward

South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

An established mental health trust is seeking a dynamic Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist for the Adult Eating Disorders In-patients Unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a well-respected team in a supportive environment focused on delivering exceptional mental health care. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing senior clinical care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve the Trust's performance goals. With a commitment to ongoing training and development, this position promises a fulfilling career path for those passionate about improving mental health outcomes. If you are driven and ready to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• Experience working in Eating Disorders or In-patient Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical care and psychiatric input to Avalon Ward.
• Work closely with team consultants and managers to ensure effective service.

Skills

Clinical skills in mental health assessment

Experience in Eating Disorders Service

Knowledge of Mental Health Act (MHA)

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Experience in various therapies

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent

Higher degree in medical education or clinical research

Job description

Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist - Adult Eating Disorders In-patients Unit - Avalon Ward

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor

Main area: Adult Eating Disorders In-patients Unit

Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor

Contract: Fixed term - 1 year

Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week

Job ref: 294-MEDI-0410-AZ

Site: Springfield University Hospital

Town: London

Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 per annum Pro Rata plus London Zone Allowances

Salary period: Yearly

Closing date: 15/01/2025 23:59

South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust has a rich history, well-established community links, and an international reputation. We provide a full range of local mental health services to the Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton, and Wandsworth London boroughs, as well as specialist forensic mental health services.

Our Values

We take pride in providing specialist care to our service users where our Trust values; being consistent, compassionate, collaborative, respectful, and open is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is "making life better together".

As a Trust, we are happy to talk flexible working.

Job Overview

The Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor for the Adult In-patient Eating Disorders Ward, Avalon Ward, Springfield University Hospital. This is a new post.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and dynamic psychiatrist to join this well-established in-patient eating disorders unit, with a well-functioning MDT and good national and international reputation.

Avalon Ward is an 18-bed unit providing care for local and national patients, mostly from Surrey, Sussex, and Kent, with eating disorders requiring inpatient treatment.

Main Duties of the Job

The post-holder will provide senior clinical care and support as well as psychiatric input to Avalon Ward (Adult Eating Disorders In-patients Unit). The post-holder will work closely with the Team consultants, Team Manager, and Clinical Leads to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective service that meets the Trust’s Key Performance Indicators.

Working for Our Organisation

We are proud to belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust. We aspire to be ‘outstanding’ in providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

We are committed to getting the very best out of our staff and support staff in their career aspirations. We offer ongoing training and development through the Medical Education Department in the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCPsych or equivalent
• Additional clinical qualifications
• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management

Eligibility

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice at the time of appointment
• Good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• Approved under S12
• Experience of working in Eating Disorders Service or In-patient Services

Clinical Knowledge

• Excellent clinical skills in the assessment and management of complex mental health conditions
• Training and experience in working with systems and agencies to support patients’ mental health
• Good understanding of MHA and MCA
• Excellent knowledge in specialty
• Knowledge and experience in psychopharmacology
• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• Experience in a variety of therapies

Other Requirements

• Commitment to and compliance with Trust values

At South West London St George's Mental Health Trust, we are committed to providing services which embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and people of all protected characteristics.

Please note:

• That the closing date listed is a guide only and that the vacancy may close earlier should sufficient number of applicants have been received.
• That your employment is offered subject to successful completion of a Probationary Period depending on your Band (except medical roles).
• That we are a smoke-free Trust.