Details:
- Salary: £90,000 - Annum
- Location: West Midlands Rood End
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
We are hiring!
Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry – and a competitive salary?
With us, you’ll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme.
We have an opportunity for a full-time Specialty Doctor to shape services at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury – while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.
Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is our new state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for women and this role will be based on our 15-bed female Acute ward.
The service is due to open in mid-2024.
We’re focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Individuals can step down through the pathways available within Cygnet services.
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…
Provide high quality treatment under the direction of a Consultant Psychiatrist
Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
Participate in weekly ward rounds & attend multidisciplinary meetings
Attend Care Programme Approach & Section 117 meetings & mental health review tribunals
Provide up-to-date clinical information at all meetings
Ensure that medical decisions are implemented as planned
Audit medical services & ensure compliance with GMC & other professional guidelines
Uphold policies & procedures and contribute to service governance & development
Participate in 1:5 on call rota
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
Salary up to £90,000 (depending on experience)
Generous exam & study leave to attend CPD opportunities, conferences etc
Monthly CPD grand rounds where you’ll attend educational meetings & have the opportunity to meet psychiatrists from across the region
Financial support for further training & personal development
Appraisal & peer supervision
Company paid life assurance scheme
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme
Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
We are looking for someone who is...
Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
Post registration experience as a Ward Doctor / Specialist Doctor role in Psychiatry
Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Knowledgeable of mental health legislation & codes of practice
An excellent clinical decision maker, with sound judgement & ability to manage risk
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent
Our CESR programme
This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level – and you’ll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.
You’ll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development – and you’ll receive support with MRCPsych exams.
Cygnet 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.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
Click the link to apply