Main duties of the job · To comply with the Trust's agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and to take an active role in the financial management of the service and support the medical director and other managers in preparing plans for services. · To work closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies in health and social care as appropriate. · To have responsibility for assessing a young person’s mental state, formulating a diagnosis, advising on treatment and monitoring the risks a young person poses, alongside the MDT · To undertake referral meetings, case reviews as required. · To provide opportunities for case based discussion and teaching to the MDT. · To write letters and communications to General Medical practitioners and other professionals as required. · To participate in various medical staff meetings within the Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as necessary. · To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances in consultation with senior and junior colleagues. · To provide cross-cover for the other consultants as may be needed. Local Consultants in one clinic such as East Quadrant (Welwyn Garden City and Hoddesdon/ Bishop S) are expected to cover each other’s leave. · To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programmes to improve and maintain the high standard of service. Participation in POMH audits is encouraged.