Job summary
This post is advertised pending Royal College approval
An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a General Adult Psychiatrist to be part of a Multidisciplinary Team as a full time Inpatient Consultant on Sycamore Ward at the Derwent Unit, Chesterfield with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Sycamore ward is an 18-bed ward with male and female wings for adults of working age. Sycamore ward is a part of a new purpose built Inpatient Psychiatric ward situated in the new 54 bed Acute Unit called Derwent Unit at Chesterfield, under the Making Room for Dignity (MRFD) programme of Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
As a clinical leader you will be involved in shaping and developing the service. You will also have opportunities to grow and enhance your skills as a clinician and develop evidence based innovative practices.
Main duties of the job
You will join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues who share good camaraderie and excellent working relationships.
The Consultant's role is to provide consultant and Approved Clinician responsibility for all patients on Sycamore Ward. Consultants will be responsible for the treatment given to patients in their care; they will be responsible for the prompt and comprehensive assessment of admissions, for diagnosis and treatment of patients, for regularly reviewing patients and for the proper administration of the mental health act in relation to detained patients, preparing tribunal reports and attendance at tribunals. They will be supported by the junior medical staff and the consultant is responsible for the appropriate delegation, organisation and supervision of the junior medical staff in the team.
The Trust is committed to its vision to make a positive difference in people's lives by improving health and wellbeing.
Derbyshire offers a blend of city and country living; it has some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The trust offers up to £8000 in relocation expenses. We have a generous study budget and an excellent in-house CPD program as well.
Benefits include:
* Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
* 33 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 days after 7 years
* Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
* Generous NHS pension scheme
* Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
* Health service discounts and online benefits
* Incremental pay progression
* Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
* Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
* Health and wellbeing opportunities
* Structured learning and development opportunities
Date posted: 17 March 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pa, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 383-MED-5184-24-B
Job locations
Sycamore Ward, Derwent Unit
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
* Fully registered with GMC with license
* Approved clinician status
Skills Essential
* Excellent knowledge of speciality
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
* Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
* Ability to work in and lead a team
* Participated in research and service provision
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer details
Employer name: Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Sycamore Ward, Derwent Unit, Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Chesterfield, S44 5BL
Employer's website: http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/
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