Job summary We are looking for versatile, enthusiastic individuals to join our Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry teams to support us on our improvement and transformation journey.This a fantastic time to join us we need forward thinking, dynamic change agents to join our teams who would offer first class clinical leadership and clinical care across all our Mental Health Specialities and who will support is in our on-going journey of transformation by bringing new ways looking at issues and thinking about how we deliver services.You must be registered with a licence to practice with the GMC with a CCT in General Adult Psychiatry.
or Old Age Psychiatry or MRCPsych or recognised equivalent is a requirement for this post.
All applicants must have Section 12 Approval and Approved Clinician Status when taking up this post.We're happy to discuss your specific career requirement with you and may be able to offer blended job plans, opportunities for Speciality Lead and education, training or research as well as flexible working opportunities or a more traditional 10 session role if this is what you are looking for.We can also offer you*Support with Housing costs and a Relocation assistance of up to 8K*10% responsibility allowance for Adult Inpatient and Inpatient Specialist Services Role*Pension alternative contribution policy*At least SPAs (Pro-rata)*Opportunities to be a Clinical/Educational Supervisor Main duties of the job The post-holder will be based at Parklands Hospital, Basingstoke and will be responsible for providing clinical care, RC responsibility and treatment for up to 12 patients per WTE post spread between 2 newly refurbished single sex 18-bedded acute wards (Cherry ward - female and Juniper ward - male) as well as providing clinical leadership to the team.This inpatient role stands out from other acute psychiatric inpatient roles currently advertised because of the favourable ration of medical time per patient.
The post-holder will have a maximum of 12 inpatients at any point in time.
They will have the support of a middle grade doctor (Specialty Doctor) as well as several resident doctors at different levels of experience (1 FY doctor, 1 T doctor and 1 SpR).
The roles available are for a full time role on the female ward, working alongside a part time substantive colleague, as well as a part time role on the male ward, working alongside a full time substantive colleague.
About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services.
We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.With over 12,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do.
Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients.
By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust's community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the General Medical CouncilMRCPsych or recognised equivalentEligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT at time of interview.
CCT in general adult psychiatry.Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.