Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

We're looking for a passionate Specialty Doctor to join our team of life savers and life changers, working alongside dedicated colleagues who share our values and commitment to delivering outstanding care. Together, we make a real difference to the lives of patients, carers, families and communities every day. As a leading provider of NHS mental health and learning disability services, we are proud of the positive impact we have on the people we support and the compassionate, innovative care we provide. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something new from the very beginning, joining our brand-new Dovedale 2 Ward, opening in November. You'll play a key role in shaping a high-quality service and helping to create a supportive, recovery-focused environment for our patients. We understand that achieving a healthy work-life balance is essential, particularly in healthcare. That's why we actively promote flexible working options and are committed to finding arrangements that work for both you and the role. Whether you're looking for part-time hours or flexible start and finish times, we'll be happy to explore the possibilities with you. If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact while developing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.,

• Attendance at ward team meetings and chair these meetings when required.
• Medical leadership to the multidisciplinary ward team.
• Medical/psychiatric assessments for care planning and risk assessment.
• Formulation and delivery of appropriate pharmacological and psychological interventions to aid recovery.
• Undertake Seclusion reviews as necessary.
• Attendance at Tribunal hearings for people detained under Mental Health Act.
• Completion of administrative tasks necessary for clinical responsibilities.
• Writing of Mental Health Review Tribunal Reports or reports to other agencies.
• Liaison with members of other teams to transfer patients into and out of inpatient service.
• Attendance at CPA reviews and pre-discharge planning meetings.
• Clinical supervision of junior medical staff
• Teaching of undergraduate medical students.
• Attendance at weekly CPD sessions.
• Attendance at Monthly Governance meetings and Leadership meeting.
• Will be supported through monthly clinical supervision.
  
  We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.
What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share. It's important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of. If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research. We are very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.