Specialty Doctor (Female Personality Disorders) in London

Job summaryAre you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?We are seeking an experienced full-time Specialty Doctor who will work at Cygnet Hospital Beckton and provide psychiatric care on New Dawn Ward, our 18 Tier 4 Personality Disorder service for women.You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist) - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Beckton is an 18 bed specialist Tier 4 Personality Disorder service. Women can be admitted to New Dawn if they have a diagnosis of personality disorder, exhibit self-harming behaviour and are able to accept the need for help.Service users can be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act.

The service is structured so that there are two distinct areas in the ward aligned with the care pathway; pre-engagement and engagement. Following admission, a 12 week assessment period is undertaken to establish needs and determine the appropriate treatment pathway.Upon completion of the 12 weeks assessment, a clear pathway will be formulated with the service user and discussed in their first CPA (Care Programme Approach) meeting.
Main duties of the jobProvide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patientsCarry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as requiredParticipate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetingsMaintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventionsPreparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelinesAttending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the regionAbout usCygnet 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.
DetailsDate posted05 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
90,000 to 90,000 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberVPBF6B8E43Job locationsLondonE6 6ZBUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Job Title: Specialty DoctorService Line:Female Personality DisordersProfessionally Accountable to:Consultant PsychiatristManagerially Responsible to:Hospital ManagerAre you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?We are seeking an experiencedfull-time Specialty Doctorwho will work atCygnet Hospital Beckton and provide psychiatric care onNew Dawn Ward,our 18 Tier 4 Personality Disorder service for women.You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist)- while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Beckton is an 18 bed specialist Tier 4 Personality Disorder service. Women can be admitted to New Dawn if they have a diagnosis of personality disorder, exhibit self-harming behaviour and are able to accept the need for help. Service users can be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act.The service is structured so that there are two distinct areas in the ward aligned with the care pathway; pre-engagement and engagement. Following admission, a 12 week assessment period is undertaken to establish needs and determine the appropriate treatment pathway. Upon completion of the 12 weeks assessment, a clear pathway will be formulated with the service user and discussed in their first CPA (Care Programme Approach) meeting.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll 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 whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.Main duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patientsCarry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as requiredParticipate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetingsMaintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventionsPreparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelinesAttending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the regionWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to 90,000 per yearGenerous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupCompany Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to 1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeOur Portfolio Pathway programmeThis programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and youll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.Youll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and youll receive support with MRCPsych exams.We are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedExperienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamCygnethave 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.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply
Job description
Job responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Job Title: Specialty DoctorService Line:Female Personality DisordersProfessionally Accountable to:Consultant PsychiatristManagerially Responsible to:Hospital ManagerAre you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?We are seeking an experiencedfull-time Specialty Doctorwho will work atCygnet Hospital Beckton and provide psychiatric care onNew Dawn Ward,our 18 Tier 4 Personality Disorder service for women.You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist)- while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Beckton is an 18 bed specialist Tier 4 Personality Disorder service. Women can be admitted to New Dawn if they have a diagnosis of personality disorder, exhibit self-harming behaviour and are able to accept the need for help. Service users can be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act.The service is structured so that there are two distinct areas in the ward aligned with the care pathway; pre-engagement and engagement. Following admission, a 12 week assessment period is undertaken to establish needs and determine the appropriate treatment pathway. Upon completion of the 12 weeks assessment, a clear pathway will be formulated with the service user and discussed in their first CPA (Care Programme Approach) meeting.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll 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 whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.Main duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patientsCarry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as requiredParticipate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetingsMaintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventionsPreparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelinesAttending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the regionWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to 90,000 per yearGenerous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupCompany Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to 1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeOur Portfolio Pathway programmeThis programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and youll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.Youll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and youll receive support with MRCPsych exams.We are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedExperienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamCygnethave 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.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to applyPerson Specification
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