Specialty Doctor - South MCR EIS & North Mersey CMHT

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a Specialty Doctor to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role focuses on providing expert assessments and treatment for individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. With a strong emphasis on recovery and community integration, you'll work alongside a dedicated team of professionals to deliver high-quality care. The position offers a vibrant work environment in one of the UK's most exciting cities, where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in general adult psychiatry and managing mental health teams.
• Ability to conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert assessments and treatment for first episode psychosis.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering mental health care.

Skills

General Adult Psychiatry

Patient Assessment

Team Leadership

Clinical Psychology

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Psychiatry

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Specialty Doctor - South MCR EIS & North Mersey CMHT, Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Specialty doctor in general adult psychiatry with the South Manchester Early Intervention in Psychosis Service and the North Mersey Community Mental Health Team.

This is a replacement post with the South Manchester Early Intervention Team and the North Mersey CMHT.

Main duties of the job

The service is commissioned to work with people living in Manchester and experiencing a first episode of psychosis. It works with people between 14 and 65 years of age. The current commissioned caseload is approximately 560 patients. The teams provide expert assessments and treatment for people presenting with a first episode of psychosis. Each team is led by a team leader.

The Service also has psychology input, clinical pharmacist input one day a week, and 2 sessions from a CAMHS consultant psychiatrist to support input to younger patients. Care coordinators come from a variety of backgrounds including nursing, social work and occupational therapy, and they are supported by support, time and recovery workers. There is an At Risk Mental State Service (EDIT), led by a clinical psychologist and a physical health pathway to improve care in this area.

Referrals are triaged by the CMHT and initial assessments are undertaken by the CMHT. Following this, for those patients that are accepted as requiring CMHT input, they are either allocated a Care Coordinator or, for those requiring shorter-term input, allocated a case manager on an extended assessment pathway. The CMHT is recovery-informed and focused with an aim to transition patients back to primary care. For those patients who require secondary care input but not at an enhanced CPA level (e.g., long-term stable patients on clozapine), they remain on a standard care pathway with an allocated case manager.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff members, delivering services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the northwest of England, and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative and exciting places to live and work. From the beautiful countryside to the vibrant city center with shopping, entertainment, and dining options, there's something for everyone.

Enjoy a warm northern welcome, renowned for warmth, humor, and generosity. Our staff enjoy their work, opportunities for learning and development, and are encouraged to innovate and improve care for our service users.

Job description

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Job responsibilities

Details of specific responsibilities are included in the attached documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential