Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development, and a competitive salary? The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and provide psychiatric care to patients on our 20 bed Acute service for women. Crocus Ward, our new 20 bed female emergency acute inpatient service, will provide a safe and stabilising environment for women experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission.
Responsibilities
* 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 telephone Second on-call rota
Person Specification
General Requirements Essential:
* 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.
About Cygnet
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.
Benefits
* Up to £160,000 per year (Depending on experience)
* 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
* 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD / peer group programme
* Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
* Contributory pension scheme
* Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
* Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
* Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
* Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
* Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
* Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
* Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
* Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
* Cygnet Annual Medical Conference
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