Consultant Psychiatrist

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in a specialist nursing home based in the Daventry, Northamptonshire area.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers. This excellent service offers complex neurological care and both physical as well as cognitive rehabilitation to over 18-year-old individuals.

To be considered for this position you must hold a Full GMC Registration.

As the Consultant Psychiatrist, your key responsibilities include:

1. Responsible for the administration of the Mental Health Act, Clinical Policy, Clinical Standards and associated administrative tasks in respect of service users.
2. Manage and evaluate the medical service through audits, ensuring clinical policy, practice and its application are research-based and of an excellent standard.
3. Work in conjunction with external stakeholders to map and facilitate the service users' journey back into the community.
4. Chair ward MDT (ICR) meetings.
5. Ensure the adequate working of the Care Programme Approach for service users.
6. Involvement in the assessment of referrals and ensure that the service meets the needs of those who are appropriately admitted.
7. Contribute to the training, education and development of staff of all disciplines.
8. Participate in delivering Clinical Governance.

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

1. Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
2. Innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate corporate decisions.
3. Leadership ability.
4. The ability to affect change professionally and organisationally.
5. Understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health.
6. Knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary cases in mental and physical health.

The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent competitive salary. This exciting position is a permanent full-time role working 30 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

1. £8,400 Car Allowance.
2. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
3. A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution.
4. Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
5. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.
6. Free meals while on duty.
7. Employee Assistance Services.
8. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
9. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
10. Voluntary benefits.
11. Medical indemnity cover.

Reference ID: 6738

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