b Overview /b p In this Specialty Doctor post within the Eating Disorder Team, you contribute to medical care for children, young people and adults with eating disorders under the supervision of consultants. You will support the Responsible Clinician, participate in the medical monitoring pathway, and work closely with Advanced Clinical Practitioners and the MDT. You must be available for emergency responses and may engage in Mental Health Act assessments when required. The role offers cross-cover on annual and study leave and a mix of clinical leadership and direct patient care in a multidisciplinary setting. /p b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide psychiatric input to assessment, diagnosis and management of ED patients (children, young people and adults) /li li Carry out pharmacological management and interpretation of medical tests (bloods, ECG) /li li Apply Mental Health Act and related legislation in practice, potentially as second opinion doctor /li li Lead/participate in service user reviews, CPA meetings, supervision and team debriefs /li li Support consultants and contribute to care planning, formulation, and multidisciplinary care plans /li li Contribute to clinical leadership development and participate in job planning discussions /li li Possibly engage in routine therapy tasks or other clinical duties as negotiated /li li Assess referrals and respond to emergency referrals with MDT support /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Full GMC registration /li li 3 years of clinical experience in the mental health field with at least 3 months in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry /li li Desirable: Section 12 approval, MRCPsych or equivalent /li li Experience in multidisciplinary working and risk assessment (CPA) /li li Ability to work with children, young people and families, and to communicate effectively /li /ul ul li strong communication skills /li li team player /li li ability to self-direct /li li risk assessment and CPA experience /li li interpretation of blood results and ECG /li li pharmacological management of ED patients /li /ul
Specialty Doctor All age Community Eating Disorders 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.
