At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert psychiatric care for older adults and lead assessments.
- Company: Join the NHS, a trusted healthcare provider making a difference.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, job security, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Full-time role with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the mental health of older adults in your community.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified psychiatrist with experience in geriatric care.
The predicted salary is between 72500 - 145478 £ per year.
The overall pathway for the older adult service at Warrington LLAMS is as below. All referrals are added to the Assessment pathway upon receipt and referrals are autonomously screened by senior nursing staff from the team on a daily basis. This practitioner may seek support from team management for certain referrals or discuss with the Consultant if greater medical oversight is felt to be required on a case by case basis.
For all accepted referrals, a screening call is completed within 72 hours and an initial assessment is then completed by a Band 6 practitioner or above within two weeks. Once the initial assessment has been completed, a diagnostic appointment is made with the Consultant Psychiatrist in order to establish the diagnosis and management plan. Referrals are received from the GP/first response service/other medical specialty.
For cognitive assessments, once the initial assessment is completed by the postholder or their trainee medic, if a diagnosis of dementia is confirmed and treatment is commenced, the patient will be booked in for Memory Team review at 11 weeks, 3 months and then 6 monthly thereafter. Any confirmed diagnoses of Mild Cognitive Impairment are discharged from the service with appropriate advice. If further investigations are required, these are requested prior to commencing treatment.
The over-65 catchment population in the Warrington area as a whole is 41,115 (19.43% of the whole population in Warrington). The annual number of referrals to the Warrington Later Life.
Community Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist in Warrington employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
The NHS in Warrington offers a supportive and collaborative work environment for Community Consultant Old Age Psychiatrists, where your expertise will directly impact the lives of older adults in the community. With competitive pay and a commitment to professional development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while working in a location that values mental health and well-being. Join a dedicated team that prioritises patient care and fosters a culture of respect and teamwork.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
