Job summary Were looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join ourteams within General Adult and Old age Psychiatry.The general adult role provides consultant-level leadershipand care within our Home Treatment Service for adults of working age, and theolder adults component will support older adults services through the DevonMemory Services and/or Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT).
Working in a supportive environment, youll be part of amultidisciplinary team with access to a network of mental health professionalsand modern facilities to help make a significant impact on community mentalhealth care.Joining Devon Partnership NHS Trust means being part of aforward-thinking organization dedicated to quality mental health services and aculture of inclusivity, compassion, and professional growth.
We championrecovery, holistic care, and innovation.
With flexible work arrangements,access to continuous professional development, and a commitment to staffwell-being, youll find a role thats both rewarding and impactful.
Main duties of the job As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will lead the clinical management and treatment of patients within the General Adult Psychiatry Home Treatment Service and provide input to the Older People's Mental Health (OPMH) service.
You will perform regular patient assessments, collaborate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, and deliver expert psychiatric care to working age adults and older adults, supporting them in their recovery journeys.
Key responsibilities include weekly patient reviews, Memory clinic assessments, providing crisis intervention, and supporting HTTs to gatekeep admissions to inpatient units, enabling patients to receive care in the community wherever possible.
Additionally, youll supervise and guide junior medical staff, support training and education of HTTs, and engage in clinical governance initiatives.
This role offers a blend of clinical leadership, patient-centred care, and team working, ideal for psychiatrists looking to work across directorates to improve standards and drive continuous service improvement in mental health.
Flexible working options and ongoing professional development support make this an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate professional.
About us About Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally.
We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing.
We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we doOur valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values.
These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion.
We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010.
Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible.
We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities.
We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full JobDescription and Person specification attached to this advert which will providefurther information on this role.
Person Specification Aptitudes Essential Excellent communication skills.
Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
Desirable Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
A track record of implementing service initiatives.
Research Essential Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Experience Essential Prior experience working in a Community Mental Health Team.
Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable Evidence of development of special interest in Community based Psychiatry.
Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
Management Essential Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable Management training / experience.
Experience of involvement in service development.
Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview.
Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable MRCPsych.
Other professional qualification (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ).
CCT in General Psychiatry.
Teaching and Supervision Essential Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable Evidence of additional teaching skills.
Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Values Essential A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
A commitment to continuing professional development.
A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
Desirable A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.