Consultant Psychiatrist – Female Acute Ward
* Posted on 4th December 2024
* Bristol
* £160,000 per annum
Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist – Female Acute Ward
Hours: 30 hours per week (Part-Time)
Location: Bristol – On-site
Are you an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with a passion for working in acute inpatient psychiatry?
Compass Associates is currently recruiting for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established Female Acute Inpatient Ward at a prestigious mental health hospital in Bristol. This part-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic multidisciplinary team, supporting women with significant mental health difficulties, and providing care within a well-respected environment.
About the Role:
* Lead general psychiatry services on a female acute inpatient ward, focusing on patients with significant mental health challenges.
* Take responsibility for patient care, assessments, and treatment plans, working closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
* Supervise junior medical staff and provide leadership to the MDT to ensure high standards of care.
* Collaborate with the MDT, including Speciality Doctors, to provide holistic, coordinated care for patients.
* Lead clinical governance and service improvement initiatives to enhance care quality and ensure evidence-based practices.
Experience & Qualifications:
* MRCPsych or equivalent, with CCT (or equivalent) in General Adult Psychiatry.
* AC Approved and S12 Approved under the Mental Health Act (1983).
* Experience working at a consultant level within NHS or similar settings.
* Experience in acute inpatient and outpatient settings, particularly with patients experiencing significant mental health difficulties.
Salary & Benefits:
* Competitive salary of £160,000 pro-rata FTE.
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to 32 days after 5 years).
* Free on-site parking and subsidised meals on duty.
* Contributory pension scheme and enhanced maternity pay.
* Opportunities for training and career development across a variety of care settings.
* Cycle to work scheme, online benefits and cashback rewards.
* Refer a friend bonuses and long service awards.
To apply or for more information and an informal discussion about this position, please contact Georgia Arnold at 02393 877 357 or email garnold@compassltd.co.uk.
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