Consultant in Perinatal Psychiatry Vacancy at NHS

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Closing Date: 29 December 2024

• Pay Scheme: Hospital Medical and Dental Staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 annually, pro rata
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Pattern: Full-time, Part-time, or Job Share
• Reference Number: 453-24-6766549
• Location: Fieldhead Business Centre, Bradford, BD7 1LG

Job Overview

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a passionate and dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to become a part of its established Specialist Mother and Baby Mental Health Service (SMABS). This permanent role offers flexibility, allowing for full-time, part-time, or job-sharing arrangements.

The SMABS service provides community-based perinatal mental health care across Bradford, Airedale, and Craven, aiming to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The appointed candidate will join a multidisciplinary team based at Fieldhead Business Centre, contributing to the transformation and enhancement of perinatal mental health services.

This post has been created following funding expansion, enabling SMABS to support 5% of the local birth population in 2023/24. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Lian Chua (6PA) and a collaborative, supportive team committed to excellence.

Main Responsibilities

As the Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist, your role will include:

• Offering expert clinical care, including assessments for complex cases, diagnostic evaluations, medication reviews, pre-birth planning, and leading CPA meetings.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary team reviews, urgent assessments, and discharge planning for high-need patients.
• Providing clinical leadership and consultation to professionals outside the SMABS team in areas such as maternity, primary, and secondary care.
• Assisting in referral triaging and providing professional advice to services like Intensive Home Treatment and Single Point of Access.
• Supporting the development and enhancement of the SMABS service while fostering collaboration within the Integrated Care Board.
• Balancing in-person and remote working to deliver flexible services across the region.
• Engaging in weekly leadership meetings with the senior SMABS team, including consultants, clinical leads, and parent-infant therapists.

About the Trust

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust values professional growth, providing ample opportunities to pursue interests such as research, clinical education, and leadership development.

The Bradford district is a vibrant, multicultural community offering a high standard of living. From the bustling city of Bradford to the serene Yorkshire Dales, the area combines urban amenities with stunning rural landscapes, including landmarks like Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region also features excellent schools and affordable living options.

Qualifications and Requirements

Essential:

• Certificate of Completion of Training in General Adult Psychiatry (or within six months of completion).
• Eligibility for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Section 12 (2) MHA 1983 approval and Approved Clinician status.

Desirable:

• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
• Additional academic achievements, such as MSc or MD.

Experience:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in perinatal psychiatry.
• Strong clinical skills, integrating bio-psycho-social perspectives.
• Experience in mentoring junior staff and contributing to medical audits.
• Proven ability to appraise and apply clinical evidence effectively.

Desirable:

• Experience presenting at conferences or involvement in service reconfiguration.
• Practical research experience or demonstrated leadership in service improvement.

Other Skills:

Essential:

• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.
• Sensitivity to diverse cultural and ethnic needs.
• Commitment to recovery-focused care delivered collaboratively.
• High-level communication and organizational skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in service development or redesign.

Right to Work in the UK

Candidates must confirm their legal right to work in the UK before starting the role. Maintaining this status throughout employment is essential. The Trust cannot extend employment beyond visa expiration or changes in immigration status.

Key Dates:

• Closing Date: 29 December 2024
• Shortlisting Date: Week commencing 30 December 2024
• Interview Date: 10 February 2025

Employer Details

Employer Name: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Fieldhead Business Centre, Bradford, BD7 1LG
Website: Bradford District Care NHS Careers

Contact Details:

• Name: Dr. Lian Chua
• Email: lian.chua@bdct.nhs.uk
• Phone: 01274 494194

Additional Information

Privacy Notice: For more details, visit the Trust’s website.

Disclosure Check: This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Skilled worker sponsorship applications are encouraged. Applicants must provide criminal record certificates from countries of residence over the past decade if applicable.

For more details, refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Since 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants seeking entry clearance to the UK must provide a criminal record certificate for each country where they have lived continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more within the past 10 years. This requirement also applies to adult dependants (aged 18 and above). Further guidance can be found on the Criminal Records Checks for Overseas Applicants page.

UK Registration: Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Visit NHS Careers for further information.