Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Acute, Hastings (attracts RRP)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust as a Consultant Psychiatrist working at the Woodlands Acute Care Unit in Hastings, East Sussex. The post holder will be split between the 2 adult wards at the unit: Abbey Ward – 14 bed female acute ward Castle Ward – 9 bed male acute ward This opportunity is available following the retirement of a consultant psychiatrist within the team. The post holder will work closely with Senior Managers and other consultants to contribute towards local service development. This job attracts a Recruitment and Retention payment of £25,000, in addition to (up to) £8000 relocation allowance. The RRP payment is paid in the following instalments: £5000 payment paid on appointment £5000 retention payment paid at 12 month anniversary of employment £6500 retention payment paid at 30 month anniversary of employment £8500 retention payment paid at 48 month anniversary of employment The Recruitment and Retention payment is pro rata for part time employees. If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment and Retention Payment and/or the Relocation Allowance, please do not hesitate to contact our Medical Staffing Team – medicalstaffing@spft.nhs.uk To find out more about what we offer please take a look at our careers portal: careers portal . Main duties of the job You will work with a highly specialist multi-disciplinary team to provide in-patient care consisting of a Specialty Doctor, Clinical Psychologists, Nurses, Support Workers, and an Occupational Therapist. You will be based in a friendly team environment and will have your own office space with access to a locker. You will also have access to a dedicated administrator. On appointment you will have the opportunity to join the Trust wide consultant network as well as having access to peer support from colleagues here in East Sussex. Job responsibilities Manage the inpatient admissions, team meetings, supervision of team members. Management of complex cases. Clinical leadership of team. Role in assessment of referrals/admissions. Care plan and treatment formulation, guidance on evidence-based treatment and effectiveness. Liaison and collaborative working with other services/agencies. Mental Health Act implementation. Multi-disciplinary, multi-agency and partnership working. Please see the Job Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities. Please note the Job Description is still with the Royal College for approval. If there are any small changes we will ensure all applicants receive the final version before interview. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Desirable Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych Additional clinical qualifications. Eligibility Essential Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Clinical skills, knowledge & experience Essential Excellent knowledge in specialty. Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others. Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Woodlands Acute Care Centre The Ridge St Leonards on Sea TN37 7PT Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 354-AE-20504-AS #J-18808-Ljbffr