Consultant Psychiatrist post on Whitlingham Ward, the women's low and medium secure inpatient ward within the forensic mental health services of Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust. The role gives clinical care and leadership on the ward, filling a vacancy left by the previous post holder. The post carries supervision of junior medical staff, an on-call rota and up to 25% SPA time in a secure forensic setting. Approved Clinician Status and Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act are required.
What the job involves
- Provide clinical care on Whitlingham Ward, the women's low and medium secure inpatient ward
- Provide clinical leadership for Whitlingham Ward
What’s required
Qualifications
- Entry on the GMC register with licence to practise
- Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Registration & licences
- Approved Clinician Status
- Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act
Experience
- 3 years or equivalent medical experience
- 6 months' experience in a relevant clinical area
- Knowledge of diagnosis, treatment and management of complex mental illness
Skills & knowledge
- Clear understanding of clinical governance
- Commitment to open review of practice
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Teaching and presentation skills
Checks & eligibility
- Driving licence or ability to travel independently
Other
- Effective team working
- Leadership qualities
- Flexibility
- Research
What’s offered
- New starter recruitment bonus of £15,000 spread over 3 years
- Relocation package of up to £12,000
- CPD payment of £2,000 per year, accumulating for up to 3 years
- Holiday scheme allowing annual leave to be accrued over up to 5 years
- Professional development budget of £800 per year
- Dedicated SPA time of up to 25% of working hours
- Paid study leave on application and approval
- Contributory pension, redundancy, paid annual, sick and maternity leave
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
