Job summary
Are you an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist looking to make a meaningful impact in crisis mental health care? Join our Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) and provide senior medical leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
About the Role:As the Consultant Psychiatrist, you will lead clinical care and provide expert medical input within the Crisis team. You will have direct responsibility for your own patients and oversight of patients managed by medical staff under your supervision.
About the Team:The CRHTT, operational since January 2020, delivers home treatment and supports early discharge from inpatient services. The team collaborates closely with inpatient wards, community teams, inpatient social work services, and the Patient Flow Transformation lead. Our service currently manages up to 25 service users at a time, in line with the CORE CRT Fidelity scale, supported by a full-time consultant psychiatrist and specialty doctor.
What We Offer:
- £15,000 recruitment bonus
- Relocation allowance of up to £8,000
- A supportive and integrated multidisciplinary environment
- The opportunity to lead and shape crisis care in your community
If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a pioneering crisis mental health service, apply now!
Main duties of the job
The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) plays a vital role in providing swift crisis response, inpatient gatekeeping, and compassionate home treatment to individuals transitioning from inpatient care in the South Bucks area. We're planning an exciting phased expansion, driven by new investments, to broaden our impact. This growth will be thoughtfully paced to ensure we maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and model fidelity--always focused on enhancing the experience and outcomes for the people we serve.
Our team operates from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with dedicated long day shifts staffed by five skilled Band 6 professionals, supported by Band 3 and Band 4 nurse associates and occupational therapists. Early shifts are staffed by six Band 6s with similar support. The Clinical Team Leader and Team Secretary work mainly Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the Team Leader providing flexible leadership beyond these hours to ensure seamless care. The Clinical Team Leader reports directly to the Mental Health Urgent Care Team Manager, helping steer our mission to deliver outstanding urgent mental health services.
Join us, and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives every day.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide senior medical expertise and clinical leadership within the Crisis team, overseeing care for patients personally managed as well as those cared for by medical staff under your direct supervision.
- Collaborate closely with the team manager and other senior colleagues to support the efficient operation and ongoing development of the service.
- Deliver direct clinical care and ensure active medical involvement in reviewing and updating care plans.
- Prepare timely, clear, and comprehensive written correspondence documenting assessments, treatment plans, progress, and discharges using the Trusts IT and clinical record systems (training will be provided).
- Work in partnership with other agencies, facilitating smooth and timely patient transitions into and out of the team through effective liaison with relevant staff.
- Contribute to the collection and accurate recording of clinical data as required by the Trust and external agencies, including participation in clinical audits with appropriate administrative support.
- Attend regular directorate and managerial meetings, such as the Medical Advisory Committee and Directorate/Managerial liaison meetings, to ensure alignment with wider service goals.
- Engage actively in professional development by participating in CPD peer groups and clinical supervision sessions alongside medical colleagues.
- Maintain your own training and CPD programme, supported by your lead consultant, Associate Medical Director, or Clinical Director.
- Participate in cross-cover arrangements with medical colleagues for annual leave, study leave, and short-term sickness, as well as a daytime cover rota. Consultants also contribute to the Buckinghamshire Adults of Working Age out-of-hours rota, currently a 1 in 16 rota with 3% band A intensity, including full resident on-call shift cover.
- Enjoy entitlement to study leave (up to 30 days over 3 years) and related expenses (currently £2,700 over 3 years), in accordance with the Trusts policies and national terms and conditions of service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide senior medical expertise and clinical leadership within the Crisis team, overseeing care for patients personally managed as well as those cared for by medical staff under your direct supervision.
- Collaborate closely with the team manager and other senior colleagues to support the efficient operation and ongoing development of the service.
- Deliver direct clinical care and ensure active medical involvement in reviewing and updating care plans.
- Prepare timely, clear, and comprehensive written correspondence documenting assessments, treatment plans, progress, and discharges using the Trusts IT and clinical record systems (training will be provided).
- Work in partnership with other agencies, facilitating smooth and timely patient transitions into and out of the team through effective liaison with relevant staff.
- Contribute to the collection and accurate recording of clinical data as required by the Trust and external agencies, including participation in clinical audits with appropriate administrative support.
- Attend regular directorate and managerial meetings, such as the Medical Advisory Committee and Directorate/Managerial liaison meetings, to ensure alignment with wider service goals.
- Engage actively in professional development by participating in CPD peer groups and clinical supervision sessions alongside medical colleagues.
- Maintain your own training and CPD programme, supported by your lead consultant, Associate Medical Director, or Clinical Director.
- Participate in cross-cover arrangements with medical colleagues for annual leave, study leave, and short-term sickness, as well as a daytime cover rota. Consultants also contribute to the Buckinghamshire Adults of Working Age out-of-hours rota, currently a 1 in 16 rota with 3% band A intensity, including full resident on-call shift cover.
- Enjoy entitlement to study leave (up to 30 days over 3 years) and related expenses (currently £2,700 over 3 years), in accordance with the Trusts policies and national terms and conditions of service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrist's Guidelines)
- Eligibility for Section 12 (Mental Health Act 1983) Approval
Desirable
- Higher degree or equivalent in relevant field of medical, psychological or other studies or postgraduate teaching qualification
Training
Essential
- Higher specialist training in dual or general adult / older adult psychiatry in approved training post for a minimum of three years, equivalent training in another country, or previous consultant experience relevant to this post
- CCT in Psychiatry; OR Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT at the time of interview; OR CESR
Desirable
- Sub-speciality or other specialist clinical training relevant to post in particular CRHT experience.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in general adult/ Older adult psychiatry.
- Experience of close collaborative work with social care and other agencies
Desirable
- Application of evidence-based practice and interest in clinical and policy developments for this care group
- Development of close collaboration with primary care services
- Experience of early intervention in psychosis services and knowledge prodromal states for psychosis
Ability
Essential
- Ability to undertake full range of consultant responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrist's Guidelines)
- Eligibility for Section 12 (Mental Health Act 1983) Approval
Desirable
- Higher degree or equivalent in relevant field of medical, psychological or other studies or postgraduate teaching qualification
Training
Essential
- Higher specialist training in dual or general adult / older adult psychiatry in approved training post for a minimum of three years, equivalent training in another country, or previous consultant experience relevant to this post
- CCT in Psychiatry; OR Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT at the time of interview; OR CESR
Desirable
- Sub-speciality or other specialist clinical training relevant to post in particular CRHT experience.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in general adult/ Older adult psychiatry.
- Experience of close collaborative work with social care and other agencies
Desirable
- Application of evidence-based practice and interest in clinical and policy developments for this care group
- Development of close collaboration with primary care services
- Experience of early intervention in psychosis services and knowledge prodromal states for psychosis
Ability
Essential
- Ability to undertake full range of consultant responsibilities
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).
