Job summary Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster Focus Team Consultant General Adult/Forensic Psychiatrist Full time 10 Clinical Sessions An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant to join CNWL Health & Justice Services. We are looking for a Consultant who is passionate about manging a complex and challenging group of patients with forensic and rehabilitation needs in a community setting. The Post Holder will be an outstanding clinical leader to the mental health team, and would ideally suit a clinician who enjoys dynamic risk management. AAC 27/02/2024 PM Main duties of the job Psychiatric outpatient clinic and home visits Responsible Clinician for Conditional Discharge Patients, including reporting to MOJ Conditional Discharge Reports Responsible Clinician for Community Treatment Order Assessment (including the assessment of risk), treatment, care planning and multiagency liaison for people with mental health Undertake Mental Capacity Contribute to planned emergency Liaison with prisons, courts, statutory and non-statutory agencies, concerning all aspects of the mental health care management of residents with mental health problems. To work closely with the Service Managers, Team Managers, Psychologists and other lead professionals to provide clinical leadership and ensure safe, supportive To liaise closely with other medical, clinical and managerial staff to provide high quality care pathways. Participation, when relevant, in the ACCT (self-harm / suicide prevention) in accordance with NICE and other relevant Guidelines and CNWL Trust policy.Accurate record keeping according to Trust and professional guidelines (data protection About us Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London's population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire. As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Foundation Trust please visit our website. Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. Date posted 02 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year plus London Zone Allowance £2,162.00 per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 333-D-OF-C-13-F Job locations Hathaway House Woodfield Road London W9 2BA Job description Job responsibilities The clinical duties outlined are aimed at the provision of a high quality health service and include: Psychiatric outpatient clinic and home visits Responsible Clinician for Conditional Discharge Patients, including reporting to MOJ Conditional Discharge Reports Responsible Clinician for Community Treatment Order Assessment (including the assessment of risk), treatment, care planning and multiagency liaison for people with mental health problems. Undertake Mental Capacity Contribute to planned emergency Liaison with prisons, courts, statutory and non-statutory agencies, concerning all aspects of the mental health care management of residents with mental health problems in the prisons. To work closely with the Manager, Psychologists and other lead professionals to provide clinical leadership and ensure safe, supportive To liaise closely with other medical, clinical and managerial staff to provide high quality care Participation, when relevant, in the ACCT (self-harm / suicide prevention) in accordance with NICE and other relevant Guidelines and CNWL Trust policy. Accurate record keeping according to Trust and professional guidelines (data protection legislation and information governance standards). Job description Job responsibilities The clinical duties outlined are aimed at the provision of a high quality health service and include: Psychiatric outpatient clinic and home visits Responsible Clinician for Conditional Discharge Patients, including reporting to MOJ Conditional Discharge Reports Responsible Clinician for Community Treatment Order Assessment (including the assessment of risk), treatment, care planning and multiagency liaison for people with mental health problems. Undertake Mental Capacity Contribute to planned emergency Liaison with prisons, courts, statutory and non-statutory agencies, concerning all aspects of the mental health care management of residents with mental health problems in the prisons. To work closely with the Manager, Psychologists and other lead professionals to provide clinical leadership and ensure safe, supportive To liaise closely with other medical, clinical and managerial staff to provide high quality care Participation, when relevant, in the ACCT (self-harm / suicide prevention) in accordance with NICE and other relevant Guidelines and CNWL Trust policy. Accurate record keeping according to Trust and professional guidelines (data protection legislation and information governance standards). Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months Desirable Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych PPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE 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 with 3 months of appointment Desirable In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice CLINICIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE Essential Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho- social perspective and wide medical knowledge Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Participated in research or service evaluation Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit Desirable Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Management experience Membership of committee / relevant regulatory body CQC preparedness Contract / procurement knowledge Experience of working collaboratively with local CMHT and inpatient colleagues to ensure that patients are managed in the least restrictive setting ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING Essential Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence Has actively participated in clinical audit Desirable Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications Has led clinical audits leading to service change Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months Desirable Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych PPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE 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 with 3 months of appointment Desirable In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice CLINICIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE Essential Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho- social perspective and wide medical knowledge Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Participated in research or service evaluation Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit Desirable Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Management experience Membership of committee / relevant regulatory body CQC preparedness Contract / procurement knowledge Experience of working collaboratively with local CMHT and inpatient colleagues to ensure that patients are managed in the least restrictive setting ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING Essential Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence Has actively participated in clinical audit Desirable Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications Has led clinical audits leading to service change 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address Hathaway House Woodfield Road London W9 2BA Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)