Consultant Psychiatrist - Male Medium Secure Unit
Location: Cygnet Hospital Bury, Hudson, BL8 2BS
Salary: £160,000 per year
Hours: Full Time
Closing date: Wednesday 16 October 2024
Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?
We have an excellent full-time opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Bury. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician in our Male Medium Secure Service, Madison Ward, a 13-bedded medium secure ward for men. The service delivers care for men with enduring mental health needs, co-morbidity, and behaviors which challenge in a calm, therapeutic environment with a focus on service user experience, shared care, and safety.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment - fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. You'll also have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.
Your role responsibilities...
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
* Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
* Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
* Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
* Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
* Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
* Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings
* Participate in the second on-call rota (1 in 13 weekdays/ 1 in 15 weekends)
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...
* 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 5 Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
* Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
* Medical indemnity cover
* Company paid life assurance scheme
* Contributory pension scheme
* Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme
* Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
* Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
* Relocation package will also be considered
We are looking for someone who is...
* Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
* Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
* Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
* Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
* A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
* Committed to continued professional development
* Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
What next?
If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply.
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