Athona Recruitment has an excellent permanent job opportunity for an Eating Disorder Specialty Doctor to work for a private service based in Cheadle.
Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum
Position: Eating Disorder Specialty Doctor
Hours: Full time – 5 days per week (37.5 hours)
Setting: 29 bed ward
Location: Northwest, Cheshire
Responsibilities:
1. Undertake psychiatric and external assessments for clients referred to the unit to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided, under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist, and work with the unit multidisciplinary team to ensure delivery of the Care Programme.
2. Prepare discharge summaries, reports and other associated documentation as necessary e.g. for CPA meetings, as directed and supervised by the Consultant Psychiatrist.
3. Participate in learning activities and supervision.
4. Participate in Clinical Governance activities, and account for contracted hours utilised in research, Continuing Professional Development, and other non-clinical duties as necessary and in a timely manner.
5. Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that clients have access to appropriate medical cover at all times, which will require participation in an on-call rota for the site.
6. Support the GP in delivering physical health care and emergency treatment to patients in complex care.
7. Support the RMO and GP in delivering a consistently high standard of medical care to all patients on site. Be responsible for inducting new RMP’s and providing cover for them when they are on compensatory rest periods.
8. Share responsibility for taking bloods with the site phlebotomist and RMO as necessary.
9. Arrange appropriate clinical tests and investigations and take responsibility for chasing up results and acting on them in a timely manner.
10. Ensure physical observations by ward staff are carried out in accordance with medical instructions. Review physical observation findings and act upon them in a clinically appropriate manner.
Benefits:
1. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 years’ service).
2. Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings.
3. Free Parking on site
4. Supplemented meals on duty
5. Enhanced maternity pay
6. Disclosure check cost coverage
7. Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
8. Online benefits and cashback rewards
9. Cycle to work scheme
10. Contributory pension scheme
11. Refer a friend bonuses
12. Long service awards
Minimum Requirements:
1. Full GMC registration
2. 12 months’ adult psychiatry experience
3. Relevant experience within a similar setting (preferred)
4. Proven record of CPD
5. Previous mental health inpatient experience desirable
6. A positive attitude and commitment to change, improvement and quality
7. Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
8. Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice
9. Evidence of post registration continuing professional development (preferred)
10. Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act (preferred)
11. Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent (preferred)
What can Athona offer you?
1. Experts in the psychiatry sector offering a professional and supportive service
2. Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS and private sector, many exclusive to Athona
3. Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
4. Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
5. A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
6. Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfill your career goals.
If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Frankie on 01277 286 033.
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