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East London NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must have an MB BS, GMC registration, 12 years post-qualification (6 in psychiatry), team leadership, strong communication skills, and experience in teaching, audit, and research.
  • You will assess and treat patients, manage care, conduct mental state examinations, provide medical advice, and support the team in psychiatric care and physical health coordination.

Requirements

  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Fully registered with the General Medical Council
  • At least twelve years experience post medical qualification with six years’ experience within psychiatry
  • Appreciation and understanding of social and cultural factors relevant to psychiatric practice
  • Experience of and commitment to clinical care of individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions
  • Ability to work as a part of multidisciplinary, multi-model team
  • Ability to manage complex workloads and support others to do that
  • Consultation skills to services, teams and individuals
  • Commitment to working in multidisciplinary setting
  • Commitment to working with service users on service development
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team
  • Good teaching and communication skills
  • Experience of teaching
  • Audit experience
  • Experience of research work, or service evaluation, especially in psychosis and cultural psychiatry

Responsibilities

  • The Post Holder Will:
  • Work within a multidisciplinary setting offering psychiatric medical input in the assessment, treatment, and care management of patients, carrying out all general duties including mental state examinations.
  • Provide up to date, effective, safe medical care for patients in order to promote their recovery and promote their insight with a view to relapse prevention.
  • Provide physical care in liaison with primary care services and the in-house GP services.
  • Offer advice and support to other members of the team in issues related to his/her competence and expertise.
  • Full duties can be found in the Job Description.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Specialist Doctor in Psychiatry.

What are the main responsibilities of the Specialist Doctor?

The Specialist Doctor will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide psychiatric medical input in the assessment, treatment, and care management of patients, including conducting mental state examinations and providing comprehensive medical care.

What qualifications are essential for applicants?

Essential qualifications include an MB BS or equivalent medical qualification and full registration with the General Medical Council.

How much clinical experience is required for this position?

Applicants must have at least twelve years post-medical qualification experience, with a minimum of six years in psychiatry.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this role?

Yes, the Trust supports career development for SAS grade doctors and offers opportunities for participation in quality improvement and leadership development programs.

What type of working environment can I expect?

You can expect to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation in mental health care.

Are there any initiatives for including service users in the interview process?

Yes, a service user will be included on the assessment center and interview panel for candidates who are invited to meet the Trust.

Is relocation support provided for candidates?

Yes, the Trust could support candidates with up to £10,000 for removal and associated expenses under the current relocation scheme.

How does ELFT view diversity within the organization?

ELFT is committed to being a diverse organization, ensuring that its workforce reflects the population it serves and values a range of backgrounds and life experiences.

What are the key values of ELFT?

The key values of ELFT are "We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive."

Is there flexibility in work arrangements?

Yes, ELFT supports flexible working arrangements, including options for job shares, part-time work, or other flexible patterns.

How do I apply for this position?

Interested candidates should apply through the NHS Jobs website, as job adverts may close early if there is a high response.

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East London NHS Foundation Trust

We provide mental health, community and primary care services in East London, Luton & Beds.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

East London NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of mental health, community health, and integrated care services across East London. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that promotes mental and physical well-being. They are committed to improving patient outcomes by offering accessible, person-centered services that address the diverse needs of their community, ensuring comprehensive support for mental and physical health challenges.