At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead treatment for eating disorders and oversee patient care in a supportive environment.
- Company: Cygnet Elowen Hospital, a leader in mental health services for over 30 years.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, £15,000 welcome bonus, generous leave, and study opportunities.
- Other info: Join a reputable organisation committed to high-quality care and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist with a focus on eating disorders.
The predicted salary is between 175000 - 175000 £ per year.
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced full time Eating Disorder Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Elowen Hospital and provide senior medical cover on Nova Ward, our 12-bed mixed highly specialised eating disorder service, supporting individuals with a low BMI.
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.
Main Duties of the Job Cygnet Elowen Hospital, our hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care.
The service offers a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating.
There are two wards at Cygnet Elowen Hospital.
Nova Ward is a highly specialised eating disorder service which supports those with low body mass index (BMI).
We focus on supporting individuals to attain a healthy BMI and prepare for a return to home.
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and have overall medical responsibility of patient treatment plans, whilst liaising closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers etc.) The post holder will be expected to act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
About Us Cygnet have 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.
Date posted maintaining appropriate reports.
Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Contribute to the Second On call rota in line with the needs of the region Why Cygnet?
Well offer you Salary up to £175,000 per year (Depending on Experience) £15,000 Welcome Bonus Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary Contributory pension scheme Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research
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