Specialty Doctor in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Milton Keynes

We’re passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient’s own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more – whatever stage of your career you’re at, there’s always a place for you at CNWL.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Specialty Doctor to join our specialist CAMHS team in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high quality care to young people and is highly motivated, energetic and excited to work within a forward‑thinking, innovative service that meets the needs of young people today. You will work within a large, committed team (over 50 staff) who pride themselves on a strong multi‑disciplinary approach to patient care and deliver a high standard of care, with positive feedback and compliments received on a regular basis.

The CAMHS teams are located together on one site within the Milton Keynes Hospital Campus and in close proximity to the adult mental health teams and the CNWL-MK Headquarters. There is a large faculty of medical consultants across mental health and a comprehensive programme of professional development to which you will have access.

• To carry out clinical duties associated with the provision of a psychiatric service to young people and adolescents who present with a variety of mental health presentations.
• To take responsibility for assessment, diagnosis, treatment and continuing care planning in conjunction with other team members where appropriate.
• To be an active part of the MDT.
• To liaise with families, and others involved with a young person’s care.
• To be on call once per week during the day for the LIST team.
• To participate in the regular meetings related to the medical management of cases in the service.
• To develop a special clinical interest with the Consultant agreement.
• Where agreed between management and the post-holder to provide services for other agencies.

The above duties will be under the direction of the respective supervising Consultant. The team is based at Eaglestone Health Centre within the Milton Keynes University Hospital campus. There are various therapy rooms and offices in the team base. Staff work in the base on a flexible basis to meet service user need and will also make home and school visits when required.

In order to fulfil the job responsibilities and the environment in which these responsibilities are carried out the post‑holder is required to:

• Take responsibility for attending and participating in all mandatory and essential training to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of the Trust and/or safety and well‑being of other staff and the patients for whom you provide services.
• Be fully conversant with Trust clinical policies and the Mental Health Act 1983, and ensure they are implemented in practice.
• Ensure all incidents are reported in line with trust policy and learning from SUI’s and complaints is proactively managed and used to influence change in clinical practice.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults by being aware of and working in accordance with statutory guidance and local policies and procedures and attending training to a level required to ensure that you are competent to fulfil your responsibilities.

• Three years experience in psychiatry, of which at least six months experience in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Eligibility for Section 12 approval.
• Further experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Experience of managing complex cases in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Experience in risk assessment.
• Sound professional judgment.
• Enthusiastic about learning and teaching.
• Understand the concept and principles of Clinical Governance.
• Understand the NHS system, especially in relation to CAMH services, locally and nationally.
• Meets professional health requirements.
• Evidence of teaching experience.
• Willingness to take part in audit.
• Aware of issues affecting current and future NHS practice, especially in relation to CAMH services.

• Approach based on critical enquiry and evidence-based medicine.
• Able to set priorities and plan effectively.
• Manage unpredictable and conflicting demands.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues and patients.
• Able to cope with pressure and adapt to change.
• Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm in pursuing the highest standards.
• Able to make sound decisions.
• Able to justify decisions.
• Able to communicate clearly and form relationships with patients and their relatives.
• Able to manage patient’s expectations.

CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 8,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run. Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.

We’re proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.

We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles. For more information on these and other benefits of working for us, see our Benefits, Reward and Wellbeing page. Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others. CNWL NHS Foundation Trust are committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.