Psychiatry - PICU, Registrar
Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust
Total Shifts: 6
An exciting opportunity is available for a Psychiatry – PICU Registrar to join a dedicated psychiatric intensive care service. This role is suited to a doctor with experience in acute mental health settings who is committed to delivering safe, compassionate and recovery-focused care to adults with complex psychiatric needs.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management for patients admitted to the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. Responsibilities will include completing comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and reviewing care plans, managing risk, prescribing safely and contributing to decisions regarding admission, treatment and discharge. You will also respond to clinical emergencies and support the management of patients presenting with heightened levels of distress, behavioural disturbance or significant risk.
The post holder will participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, handovers and on-call arrangements as required. You will work closely with nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, social work and other professional colleagues, as well as communicating effectively with families, carers and external agencies. Accurate clinical documentation, safeguarding, incident reporting and compliance with relevant mental health legislation will be essential aspects of the role.
Applicants should hold full registration with the General Medical Council and have appropriate experience in psychiatry, preferably within an acute inpatient, PICU or emergency mental health environment. You should possess sound knowledge of psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, risk management and capacity legislation, together with the ability to remain calm and make well-informed decisions in challenging situations. Previous experience of working within a multidisciplinary team is essential.
The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, resilience, excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to equality, dignity and patient-centred care. Opportunities for supervision, continuing professional development and further clinical learning will be available. Applicants should be able to provide evidence of satisfactory employment checks and meet all required professional and occupational standards.
Psychiatry - PICU, Registrar
Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust
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