Psychiatry - Inpatients, Consultant
Southport, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatry Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Total Shifts: 55
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to provide clinical leadership within an inpatient mental health service. This is an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team delivering safe, effective and compassionate care to adults with a range of complex psychiatric presentations. The successful candidate will play a key role in assessment, treatment planning, risk management and recovery-focused discharge.
You will hold responsibility for the clinical care of patients admitted to the ward, ensuring that assessments, care plans, reviews and discharge arrangements are completed to a high standard. Duties will include leading multidisciplinary reviews, prescribing and reviewing medication, managing clinical risk, supporting positive behavioural approaches and maintaining effective communication with patients, carers and other professionals. You will also contribute to the development of robust admission, transfer and discharge pathways.
The role involves close collaboration with nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, social work and other clinical colleagues. You will provide supervision, teaching and professional support to junior doctors and contribute to the continuing development of the wider team. Participation in clinical governance, audit, service improvement and the investigation of incidents will be expected, alongside a commitment to maintaining high standards of documentation and information governance.
Applicants must hold full registration with the General Medical Council and be listed on the Specialist Register in General Adult Psychiatry, or have an approved equivalent qualification and relevant experience. Substantial experience of working in inpatient psychiatry, including the management of complex risk and co-morbid mental health needs, is essential. You should possess excellent communication and decision-making skills, sound clinical judgement and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
The post offers the opportunity to influence service development while making a meaningful difference to patients and their families. A commitment to equality, dignity, safeguarding and person-centred care is essential. Applicants should be able to demonstrate continuing professional development and a reflective approach to clinical practice.
Psychiatry - Inpatients, Consultant
Southport, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatry Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
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