Job summary
Applications are invited for a full-time (10 Programmed Activities) Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist. This is a replacement post, and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients within the Personality Pathway.
Applications are invited from registered medical practitioners who have, or are eligible for, a CCST / CCT (or equivalent) and eligible for registration on the GMC Specialist Register, have Approved Clinician status and be approved under Section 12 (2) of the Mental Health Act. Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists is preferred but equivalent qualifications and experience would be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be requested in the event of a successful application. Standard NHS Terms and Conditions of Service for medical staff apply.
To apply, please go to NHS Jobs and complete the medical application form.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for a full-time (10 Programmed Activities) Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist. This is a replacement post, and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients within the Personality Pathway.The final programmed activities will be agreed with the postholder and Clinical Director, but will include 10 programmed activities, including direct clinical care (7.5 PAs) and supporting activities (2.5 PAs).
Arnold Lodge has consistently been very highly rated by the Quality Network (currently in fourth place nationally) and hosts a wide-ranging forensic psychiatry outreach programme with regular placements for forensic psychiatrists from across the world.
The service has a strong track record and is looking to the future with a dynamic leadership team and Consultant group.
About us
We have a huge variety of opportunities in our expansive Trust covering geographically from South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire to Leicester, providing mental health inpatient and community services, community health services, forensic mental health services and secure prison healthcare across the East Midlands.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
A Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Rationale: This is a replacement post and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients within the personality pathway.
The appointee will:
1. Lead a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and treatment of patients requiring treatment in conditions of medium security.
2. Provide pre-admission assessments in line with contractual requirements and provide Commissioners with appropriate advice. Arnold Lodge ordinarily receives 10-15 pre-admission referrals of males with personality disorder. The postholder will have 1 full-time Consultant colleague to assist in dealing with these.
3. Manage an inpatient case load of 12 patients.
4. Chair ward rounds, convene and chair CPA meetings and provide clinical leadership to the MDT.
5. Provide timely reports to Hospital Managers, Tribunals, the Ministry of Justice and Courts etc.
6. Liaise with all necessary organisations in order to provide patients with the appropriate care pathway and will convene and chair Section 117 meetings.
7. Be actively encouraged to develop expertise and participate in a range of psychological programmes offered in Arnold Lodge.
8. Comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
9. Act as the Care Coordinator and oversee the treatment of patients in their care following admission.
10. Undertake clinical audit.
11. Engage and regularly liaise with Provider Collaborative colleagues, IMPACT.
12. Contribute to ongoing service developments and improvements.
13. Contribute to the development of clinical governance and quality assurance.
14. Participate in the on-call rota to ensure that Arnold Lodge is provided with 24 hour Consultant cover. It is anticipated that the on-call rota will be a 1 in 8. This will include contributing to a first on call rota, Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm, excluding Bank Holidays in conjunction with Junior Medical staff and other Consultants.
15. There are no separate special responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Rationale: This is a replacement post and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients within the personality pathway.
The appointee will:
1. Lead a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and treatment of patients requiring treatment in conditions of medium security.
2. Provide pre-admission assessments in line with contractual requirements and provide Commissioners with appropriate advice. Arnold Lodge ordinarily receives 10-15 pre-admission referrals of males with personality disorder. The postholder will have 1 full-time Consultant colleague to assist in dealing with these.
3. Manage an inpatient case load of 12 patients.
4. Chair ward rounds, convene and chair CPA meetings and provide clinical leadership to the MDT.
5. Provide timely reports to Hospital Managers, Tribunals, the Ministry of Justice and Courts etc.
6. Liaise with all necessary organisations in order to provide patients with the appropriate care pathway and will convene and chair Section 117 meetings.
7. Be actively encouraged to develop expertise and participate in a range of psychological programmes offered in Arnold Lodge.
8. Comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
9. Act as the Care Coordinator and oversee the treatment of patients in their care following admission.
10. Undertake clinical audit.
11. Engage and regularly liaise with Provider Collaborative colleagues, IMPACT.
12. Contribute to ongoing service developments and improvements.
13. Contribute to the development of clinical governance and quality assurance.
14. Participate in the on-call rota to ensure that Arnold Lodge is provided with 24 hour Consultant cover. It is anticipated that the on-call rota will be a 1 in 8. This will include contributing to a first on call rota, Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm, excluding Bank Holidays in conjunction with Junior Medical staff and other Consultants.
15. There are no separate special responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCPsych or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry with appropriate forensic experience)
- Section 12(2) approval, Approved Clinician status and DBS clearance
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
- Relevant higher degree eg MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
- Additional clinical qualifications
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within 6 months
- Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
- Ability to work in and lead team
- Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Participated in research or service evaluation
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes
- Participate in CPD Programme
- Teach trainees from medical and allied health professionals in clinical settings
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients
- Teaching experience
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 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
- Ability to take a leadership role in a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care and staff morale
- Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work
- Ability to appraise own performance
- Experience in providing written reports for legal purposes
- Expert knowledge of forensic psychiatry
- Risk management linked to provisions of mental health care including secure care and protection of public
- Experience of Care Programme Approach
- 3 years approved higher training in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry and equivalent experience in forensic psychiatry)
- Higher Specialist Trainees are eligible to apply if within 6 months of their CCT date
- Working with mentally disordered offenders
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
- Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills
- Additional clinical qualification
- Find creative solutions to problems
- Liaise with colleagues in management of complex clinical issues
- Additional knowledge in one or more areas of specialty
- Knowledge of recent developments and treatment advances in the care of offenders
- Knowledge of HCR-20, PCL-R and other risk assessment tools
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Relevant experience, eg specific psychological therapies
- Experience of working in secure psychiatric settings
Research & Audit
Essential
- Ability to critically appraise published research
- Participation in on-going audit
Desirable
- Experience of involvement in a research project and publication
- Interest in research
- Published audit project
Management
Essential
- Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS
- Ability to contribute to the Care Group and Organisation's Strategic Direction
Desirable
- Evidence of management training
- Previous management experience
- Evidence of a management project
Transport & Travel
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
- Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call
- Satisfactory clearances from enhanced DBS disclosure and health checks
Aptitude
Essential
- Interest in welfare of mentally disorder offenders
- Ability to deal effectively with pressure
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- Reliability and honesty
- Flexible approach to working practice
- Positive approach to the job planning and appraisal process
- Personable and willing to work in groups
- Enjoy working in a challenging environment
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership attributes
- Motivational skills
- Commitment to service development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCPsych or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry with appropriate forensic experience)
- Section 12(2) approval, Approved Clinician status and DBS clearance
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
- Relevant higher degree eg MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
- Additional clinical qualifications
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within 6 months
- Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
- Ability to work in and lead team
- Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Participated in research or service evaluation
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes
- Participate in CPD Programme
- Teach trainees from medical and allied health professionals in clinical settings
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients
- Teaching experience
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 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
- Ability to take a leadership role in a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care and staff morale
- Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work
- Ability to appraise own performance
- Experience in providing written reports for legal purposes
- Expert knowledge of forensic psychiatry
- Risk management linked to provisions of mental health care including secure care and protection of public
- Experience of Care Programme Approach
- 3 years approved higher training in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry and equivalent experience in forensic psychiatry)
- Higher Specialist Trainees are eligible to apply if within 6 months of their CCT date
- Working with mentally disordered offenders
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
- Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills
- Additional clinical qualification
- Find creative solutions to problems
- Liaise with colleagues in management of complex clinical issues
- Additional knowledge in one or more areas of specialty
- Knowledge of recent developments and treatment advances in the care of offenders
- Knowledge of HCR-20, PCL-R and other risk assessment tools
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Relevant experience, eg specific psychological therapies
- Experience of working in secure psychiatric settings
Research & Audit
Essential
- Ability to critically appraise published research
- Participation in on-going audit
Desirable
- Experience of involvement in a research project and publication
- Interest in research
- Published audit project
Management
Essential
- Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS
- Ability to contribute to the Care Group and Organisation's Strategic Direction
Desirable
- Evidence of management training
- Previous management experience
- Evidence of a management project
Transport & Travel
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
- Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call
- Satisfactory clearances from enhanced DBS disclosure and health checks
Aptitude
Essential
- Interest in welfare of mentally disorder offenders
- Ability to deal effectively with pressure
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- Reliability and honesty
- Flexible approach to working practice
- Positive approach to the job planning and appraisal process
- Personable and willing to work in groups
- Enjoy working in a challenging environment
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership attributes
- Motivational skills
- Commitment to service development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
