Job overview
This post will be within the Acute Directorate (Dartford Locality) and based at Littlebrook hospital. This is a 10 PA per working week post providing senior medical input and leadership to Cherrywood ward. Cherrywood ward is a 17 bedded, female only, acute psychiatric unit.
This exciting opportunity has become available due to the previous post holder progressing in their career. Supervision will be provided by the ward consultant.
Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including licence to practice.
MHA Section 12(2) Approval holders will contribute to a middle-tier non-residential on call rota. Specialty doctors who do not hold Section 12 (2) Approval are expected to work towards this and will be supported to do so.
Main duties of the job
1. To support the provision of psychiatric services to the
area/specialty they are appointed to. In this instance ,the post holder would support Cherrywood ward, which is a female only, 17 bedded acute psychiatric unit.
2. Clinical management and care planning for the patients on this 17 bedded unit which would include MDT meetings, CPAs, liaising with carers /families and MHA related work. More details are included
below within duties included.
3. Active involvement in daily clinical reviews, pre-discharge meetings, Section 117 planning meetings etc. as and when necessary; to work collaboratively with the consultant and MDT in the assessment, treatment and management of psychiatric inpatients.
4. To prepare reports (with supervision and support as needed) and attend Mental Health Act Tribunals as and when necessary, in agreement with the supervising consultant.
5. With the patient’s consent, to ensure the involvement of families and carers, wherever possible, in treatment planning.
Working for our organisation
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.