Overview
In this role you will provide senior medical leadership for Redwood 2, overseeing acute female inpatient care and driving service development. You will supervise junior doctors, engage in academic programmes, and ensure compliance with GMC standards and mental health regulations. The post supports cross-functional collaboration within a large NHS Trust and offers opportunities to influence care pathways and training. A meaningful hook is the chance to shape acute mental health services across Nottinghamshire while contributing to education and research.
Pay / Benefits
- Golden Hello: 20% of the minimum point of the National Consultant contract
- Professional Development: part of North School of Psychiatry & East Midlands Deanery
- Educational Leadership: guidance from heads of school and medical education directors
- Supportive team: experienced clinicians, resident doctors & MDT
- Academic involvement: participation in CPD and academic programmes
Responsibilities
- Manage, appraise, and supervise junior medical staff
- Ensure compliance with New Deal and Working Time Directive for junior doctors
- Undertake administrative duties related to patient care
- Record and submit clinical activity data
- Participate in service planning and locality-wide business planning
- Engage in annual consultant appraisal and job plan review
- Attend and contribute to the Trust's academic programme and CPD activities
- Maintain GMC registration, Section 12(2) approval, and professional standards
- Collaborate with managers to ensure efficient service delivery
- Support financial planning and management within the service
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based senior medical care in acute and locked rehabilitation settings
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to provide person-centred care
- Foster therapeutic relationships with patients and carers
Key requirements
- GMC registration with licence to practise at appointment
- Inclusion on the Specialist Register OR within six months of appointment
- Approved clinician status OR ability to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
- Desirable: higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
- Desirable: additional clinical qualifications
- Desirable: UK-based NHS experience and knowledge of local guidelines
- Strong leadership
- Collaborative skills
- Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care
- GMC registration and Specialist Register status
- Section 12(2) approval
- Approved clinician status
Consultant Psych GA Redwood 2 & Female Pathway Lead + Golden Hello in Nottingham 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.
