We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital and provide senior medical cover on Brook Ward (15 bed acute inpatient service for men).
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologists and occupational therapists.
You'll also have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.
Main duties of the jobCygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is an emergency mental health hospital in Coventry.
The service supports adults across three wards to move as quickly and safely as possible to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them.
Brook ward can accept service users on an informal basis and also those detained under the Mental Health Act.
The ethos of the service is about assessing and treating individuals in the least restrictive environment and planning for discharge in a robust and timely fashion.
With a focus on stabilisation, we support individuals to manage their mental health, reinforce daily living skills and prepare for independent life back in the community.
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician on Dragon Ward and have overall medical responsibility of patient treatment plans, whilst liaising closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers etc.
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The post holder will be expected to act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
About usCygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.
Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding.
We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
Job responsibilitiesAre you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary? We have an excellent full-time opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join us at Cygnet Joyce Parker on Brook Ward, our 15 bed acute inpatient service for men. The service focuses on working with people to understand their mental health, their risks and support their recovery, enabling them to be successfully discharged and to reduce the possibility of relapse and likelihood of requiring an inpatient service in the future.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.
And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your role responsibilities Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDTSupport assessment of referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service usersUndertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatmentLead MDT ward rounds and care meetingsLead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governanceSupervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearingsParticipate in the 1:3 Second (Telephone) on-call rotaWhy Cygnet?
We'll offer you Up to £155,000 per year depending on experience32 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupTeaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programmeOpportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiativesCompany Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeWe are looking for someone who is... Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedRegistered on the specialist register for General Adult Psychiatry (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status (other registrations will be considered)Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsPlease refer to job description abovePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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