Overview
In this role you will combine clinical psychiatry with medical leadership to support high standards of care at a Priory site. You will dedicate one day per week to medical leadership, governance and operational support, on top of your clinical duties. You will manage an inpatient caseload, lead a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to governance, recruitment and staff development. The position offers a significant impact on service quality and collaboration with commissioners and key stakeholders.
Pay / Benefits
- salary 170,000 per year
- stipend for MD responsibilities
- DBS check funded
- full-time contract
- on-site leadership role
- equal opportunities employer
Responsibilities
- Provide Responsible Clinician responsibilities for up to 10 inpatients and manage own clinical caseload
- Lead the ward MDT and supervise the Speciality Doctor
- Provide medical leadership across the site, supporting governance and patient care
- Lead recruitment, induction, appraisal and revalidation of medical staff
- Oversee medical staffing including out-of-hours cover and annual leave planning
- Collaborate with Hospital Director, Clinical Directors and HR on staff performance and governance
- Chair and contribute to Site Clinical Governance meetings and manage significant clinical issues
- Represent clinical expertise and innovation with commissioners, partners and other stakeholders
Key requirements
- MRCPsych (or equivalent)
- CCT (or equivalent)
- GMC Specialist Register
- Section 12(2) approval
- Approved Clinician status
- commitment to leadership, collaboration and service improvement
- ongoing CPD
- leadership
- collaboration
- communication
- clinical governance
- medical leadership
- stakeholder engagement
Consultant Psychiatrist / Medical Director in Marchwood employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
