Consultant Psychiatrist Job Vacancy at NHS

Consultant Psychiatrist

Elysium Healthcare
Closing Date: 10 January 2025

Pay Scheme: Other
Salary: Based on experience; salary expectations will be discussed during the interview.
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time
Reference Number: 1189417767

Job Locations:
Elysium Healthcare
Daventry
NN11 4NH

Job Summary

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to join an established Neurological Service as a Consultant Psychiatrist. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in treating survivors of acquired brain injuries, individuals with neurodegenerative disorders, and those with co-existing mental illnesses or complex physical health conditions. Patients at this unit may be detained under the Mental Health Act, supported through Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, or admitted informally.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a skilled Consultant Psychiatrist, you will be an expert in managing cases involving acquired brain injuries, neurodegenerative conditions, and co-morbid mental and physical health issues. The unit accommodates patients referred from psychiatric hospitals, prisons, and courts. The role involves working 7.5 hours per week at Badby Park and 30 hours per week at St Neot’s Hospital.

Joining Elysium Healthcare means becoming part of a supportive network of professionals, with access to continuous professional development (CPD), career progression opportunities, and a collaborative community of doctors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care, lead clinical rounds, and conduct assessments of referrals.
• Attend Care and Treatment Reviews, Manager Panel Hearings, and Mental Health Review Tribunals.
• Offer supervision to junior staff.
• Participate in the on-call rota alongside other Consultant Psychiatrists.
• Chair multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and ensure effective implementation of the Care Programme Approach.
• Evaluate medical services through audits and ensure evidence-based clinical practices.
• Work with external stakeholders to facilitate the reintegration of service users into the community.
• Train and develop staff across various disciplines.
• Deliver clinical governance responsibilities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Administer the Mental Health Act and adhere to clinical policies and standards.
• Participate in research initiatives and attend relevant courses and conferences as part of CPD.

About Elysium Healthcare

Elysium Healthcare is a well-established organization with over 8,000 employees and a distinctive approach to care delivery. With more than 90 services across England and Wales, it covers areas including Mental Health, Neurological Services, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. The company is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network operating in 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide.

At Elysium Healthcare, employees are valued and supported, with access to numerous professional development opportunities and a strong network of peers.

What You Will Get

• Competitive salary
• £8,400 car allowance
• 30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contributions
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• Enhanced maternity package
• Free meals while on duty
• Employee Assistance Services
• Career growth opportunities and training programs
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote work-life balance
• Medical indemnity coverage
• Retail discounts and additional voluntary benefits

About the Role Locations

Badby Park: A historical manor house offering a serene environment, modern facilities, and stunning views. The site is easily accessible from Daventry, Rugby, Northampton, and Banbury.

St Neot’s Hospital: Situated in Cambridgeshire, approximately 50 miles north of London, this location is set in a scenic area near the Great River Ouse and offers good transport links, including a railway station on the East Coast Main Line.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Medical qualification with MRCPsych or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Understanding of current developments in psychiatry, mental health legislation, and case management.
• Desirable: Previous experience as a consultant or in a management role.

Disclosure and Registration Requirements

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a check of prior criminal convictions.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Further information is available on the NHS Careers website.

Employer Information

Employer Name: Elysium Healthcare
Address: Daventry, NN11 4NH
Website: Elysium Healthcare

For inquiries, contact the Recruitment Team at:
Email: recruitment@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk

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