Job summary
This is a full-time appointment for a Consultant Psychiatrist to work with the Central Manchester Home Based Treatment Team. Successful candidates will be expected to work at a senior clinician level reflecting their experience of working in psychiatry. They will be expected to lead and work with a multidisciplinary team consisting of foundation/GP doctors in training, an advance nurse practitioner, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, and support workers.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Duties
1. Provide Clinical leadership into the HBTT MDT
2. Provide direct clinical care to patients referred to HBTT
3. Deliver evidence-based care
4. Be committed to multidisciplinary care and support the team in organising the care of patients, providing care packages, advising on appropriate interventions
5. Provide clinical leadership within teams and within the community service and adult care group generally
6. Work closely with other teams (and consultants)
7. Liaison with external agencies
8. Work with colleagues in the community service to provide consultation and liaison with general practitioners and other referrers as necessary
9. Provide expert advice and input in relation to the care of patients requiring detention under The Mental Health Act
10. Undertake Mental Health Act assessments in conjunction with team colleagues
11. Supervise medical students, junior and non-consultant career grade doctors, Advanced Clinical Practitioners and non-medical prescriber colleagues
12. Participate in CPD activities and contribute to multidisciplinary teaching and development
13. Participate in audit and service development activities
14. Join with colleagues to provide adequate daytime cover within the community service
15. Undergo annual appraisal and maintain good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists in relation to CPD
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job details
Date posted: 09 April 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 437-MD-7019406-A
Job locations
Rawnsley Building, Manchester Royal Infirmary
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Medical Degree
Desirable
* MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Eligibility
Essential
* Specialist Register
* GMC Registration
Desirable
* Approved Clinician
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address: Rawnsley Building, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
Employer's website: https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/
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