We are looking to appoint a CAMHS Consultant to the J17 unit at Prestwich Hospital.
GMMH provides a wide range of specialised services for young people in the North West and beyond.
Main duties of the job
1. Undertake assessments of referrals/admissions to the service.
2. Diagnose and formulate management plans in complex presentations.
3. Provide management in treatment-resistant and complex presentations.
4. Assessment and management of risk including vulnerability, suicide risk, risks to health and safety, and risk of harm to others.
5. Preparation of Mental Health Review Tribunal and Managers' Hearings reports and attendance at subsequent hearings.
6. Work in a collaborative way with multidisciplinary teams including external partners.
7. Work in partnership with psychiatrists from partner providers.
8. Manage up to 10 beds.
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.
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 description
Job responsibilities
For more details about this role and the responsibilities, please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management.
* MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Eligibility
Essential
* Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
* Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
* Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
* Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable
* In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Junction 17, Prestwich Hospital
Bury New Road
Prestwich
M25 3BL
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