Job summary
LAS Junior Doctor in Psychiatry Adult Inpatient Unit Full time: 40 Hours per week
We are looking to appoint a Junior Doctor on the ward, this is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your skills and passion for high-quality patient care will flourish. The job will be varied and a great learning opportunity for anyone interested in developing a career in Psychiatry.
We seek individuals who are highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic about making a difference in the acute phase of serious mental illnesses.
The successful candidate will have MBBS or equivalent (essential) and should be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
Main duties of the job
- To perform clinical assessment of individuals with mental health problems, including history taking, mental state examination, physical examination
- To develop evaluation and formulation skills
- To understand pharmacological management of common mental health problems
- To develop interview and risk assessment skills
- To develop a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its application
- To be able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary tea
- One-to-one supervision with a Consultant for personalized professional growth
- Opportunity to teach medical students and fellow junior colleagues and trainees
- Attend the weekly academic teaching programme
About us
This role is based within Willow Ward; the female ward. A significant proportion of admissions are for patients who have a personality disorder. The team, led by the Consultant, offers a comprehensive assessment and treatment package of person-centered care to all patients. Ward rounds take place three times per week to allow for care plans to be monitored and close collaboration with patients, families and carers focusing on recovery.
The team work towards facilitating timely discharge from hospital by working closely with colleagues in the crisis and community services. The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment team (CRHTT) are also based at the Campbell Centre and provide gate-keeping for the ward as well as supporting discharge by liaising with community teams to ensure ongoing interventions can be maintained.
We can offer full access to a wide range of staff Benefits Discounts and Offers you can enjoy some listed but not limited to and some are open to your family too.
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Sponsorship for International candidates
- Relocation allowance up to £8000 subject to policy requirement
- Study discounts for staff
- Flexible working
- Interest free loans season tickets and car parking
- Competitive Bank Rates
- Fitness and Wellbeing
Job description
Job responsibilities
- participate in daily ward rounds, enabling care plans to be monitored
- attend daily Safety Huddles and weekly Bed Management meetings to ensure the flow of patients is good and the provision of care is safe and effective
- work in collaboration with patients, families and carers focusing on the patients recovery
- facilitate timely discharge from hospital by working closely with colleagues in the Crisis Resolution Team and community services
- carry out physical investigations, manage minor ailments and arrange appropriate referrals as required
- carry out full psychiatric assessments, risk management, and formulate plans for treatment in collaboration with the MDT
- communicate appropriately with patients, relatives, GPs and other agencies
- be responsible for the prescription of appropriate pharmacological treatments
- be encouraged to participate in the management aspects of the ward
- perform any other duties relevant to patient care and service requirements as may be directed by the Consultant Psychiatrist
- The post holder may also be required to work in other localities in line with the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- participate in daily ward rounds, enabling care plans to be monitored
- attend daily Safety Huddles and weekly Bed Management meetings to ensure the flow of patients is good and the provision of care is safe and effective
- work in collaboration with patients, families and carers focusing on the patients recovery
- facilitate timely discharge from hospital by working closely with colleagues in the Crisis Resolution Team and community services
- carry out physical investigations, manage minor ailments and arrange appropriate referrals as required
- carry out full psychiatric assessments, risk management, and formulate plans for treatment in collaboration with the MDT
- communicate appropriately with patients, relatives, GPs and other agencies
- be responsible for the prescription of appropriate pharmacological treatments
- be encouraged to participate in the management aspects of the ward
- perform any other duties relevant to patient care and service requirements as may be directed by the Consultant Psychiatrist
- The post holder may also be required to work in other localities in line with the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Exposure to various aspects of General Adult and Community Psychiatry, working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team.
- Exposure to Risk assessment and crises care
Desirable
- On call experience in medical and psychiatry wards
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge of psychiatric presentations
Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to develop and maintain high standards of communication both orally and in writing with people about difficult matters and in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise & plan own workload to meet deadlines and competing demands
- Ability to negotiate and influence where appropriate
Personal disposition
Essential
- Willing to develop own skills and knowledge & provide information to others to help their development
- Ability to maintain quality in own work and encourage others to do so
- Willingness to travel to different locations to undertake role effectively
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Exposure to various aspects of General Adult and Community Psychiatry, working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team.
- Exposure to Risk assessment and crises care
Desirable
- On call experience in medical and psychiatry wards
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge of psychiatric presentations
Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to develop and maintain high standards of communication both orally and in writing with people about difficult matters and in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise & plan own workload to meet deadlines and competing demands
- Ability to negotiate and influence where appropriate
Personal disposition
Essential
- Willing to develop own skills and knowledge & provide information to others to help their development
- Ability to maintain quality in own work and encourage others to do so
- Willingness to travel to different locations to undertake role effectively
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).
