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East London NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be GMC registered, have Acute Adult Psychiatry experience, understand mental health law, and possess teaching skills. Desirable: higher degree, forensic experience, and audit involvement.
  • You will provide psychiatric care, manage patient assessments, address physical health needs, support team members, and promote holistic recovery and relapse prevention within a multidisciplinary setting.

Requirements

  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • Essential criteria
  • Fully registered with the General Medical Council
  • Approval under Section 12(2) of Mental Health Act 1983 (or a commitment to applying for approval)
  • Desirable criteria
  • A higher degree such as MD or PhD
  • On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT, on approved higher training scheme
  • Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrists guidelines)
  • Eligible for Approved Clinician Status
  • KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
  • Essential criteria
  • Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or Consultant level within the last 3 years
  • Excellent working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act
  • Appreciation and understanding of ethnic minority issues and a commitment to developing culturally sensitive practices
  • Understanding of social factors relevant to psychiatry
  • Robust experience of working with severe and enduring mental illness and risk assessment, management
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working in forensic settings
  • Experience of working in PICU
  • Experience of Quality Improvement projects
  • ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS/ ABILITIES
  • Essential criteria
  • 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
  • CLINICAL SKILLS
  • Essential criteria
  • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team
  • Self-motivating and innovative
  • Clear, effective communication style
  • Expertise in risk assessment
  • A balanced approach to risk management, based on warm therapeutic interactions with service users
  • Confident in therapeutic risk taking
  • Commitment to clinical governance and QI
  • Flexibility and ability to work under stressful conditions that might arise unexpectedly
  • Ability and commitment to work with carers and families
  • Ability to adjust therapeutic approaches according to service users’ cultural needs
  • TEACHING AND SUPERVISION
  • Essential Criteria
  • Good teaching and communication skills
  • Experience of teaching
  • RESEARCH AND AUDIT
  • Essential Criteria
  • Audit experience
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience of research work, or service evaluation, especially in psychosis and cultural psychiatry

Responsibilities

  • Work within a multidisciplinary setting offering psychiatric medical input in the assessment, treatment and care management of patients.
  • Provide up to date, effective, safe medical care for patients in order to ensure their recovery, and promote their insight with a view to relapse prevention.
  • Address physical health concerns in liaison with primary care services.
  • Offer advice and support to other members of the team in issues related to his/her competence and expertise.
  • Work as a leading member of the multidisciplinary team, linking closely with statutory and non-statutory services in the area as required.
  • Adhere to the Trust Clinical Leadership Model with senior clinicians’ delivery of care within the principle of holistic care.
  • Please see Job Description for full list of duties.

FAQs

What is the role of a Specialty Doctor in this position?

The Specialty Doctor will provide high-quality, effective, comprehensive, culturally-sensitive mental healthcare to patients within the Community Integrated Mental Health Service, focusing on assessment and management of mental health problems.

What qualifications are essential for this job?

Essential qualifications include being fully registered with the General Medical Council and having approval under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Is experience in acute adult psychiatry required?

Yes, the position requires experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG, or Consultant level within the last 3 years.

How many Programmed Activities (PAs) will the post-holder have for Direct Clinical Care?

The post-holder will have an average of 8 Programmed Activities per week dedicated to Direct Clinical Care.

What opportunities for professional development are available?

The post includes 1 PA dedicated to Continuing Professional Development, which comprises local and Barts Academic programs.

Are there options to focus on special interests within this role?

Yes, the post-holder has the option to dedicate 1 PA to a special interest clinic or quality improvement work, subject to agreement in their job plan.

What kind of team will the Specialty Doctor work with?

The Specialty Doctor will work within a multidisciplinary team, offering psychiatric medical input in assessing, treating, and managing patients' care.

What attributes are desired in candidates for this position?

Candidates should exhibit the Trust's values of caring, respect, and inclusivity, as well as demonstrate excellent communication, leadership skills, and cultural sensitivity.

What is the commitment regarding diversity in the workplace?

ELFT is committed to being a diverse organization reflective of the communities it serves, emphasizing varied backgrounds and lived experiences among its workforce.

Is there support available for relocation expenses?

Yes, the Trust currently offers support for relocation of up to £10,000 for removal and associated expenses; terms and conditions apply.

Do we have flexible working arrangements?

Yes, we are a flexible working-friendly organization and encourage discussions about accommodating flexible working arrangements, including job shares or part-time work.

How can I apply for this position?

Interested candidates should apply through NHS Jobs, being aware that the advert 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.