Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry Inpatient
The closing date is 14 August 2025
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Primrose Ward team at Western Community Hospital. This full-time, flexible role became available after the previous post holder transitioned to another community role within the same division, having served for six years.
We welcome applications from candidates interested in hybrid working (face-to-face and remote), as well as joint applications from part-time consultants.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Dr. Joseph Jameson, a full-time consultant in old age psychiatry covering Snowdrop Ward in Winchester. Together, they provide a buddy system for cross-cover during annual and study leave.
The medical team includes an ST4-6 trainee and three resident trainees (two FY1 doctors and one GP trainee). The ward also benefits from weekly input by a consultant geriatrician who supports physical health management and supervises residents.
Primrose Ward is a fully staffed, functional OPMH unit with a new ward manager, supported by a modern matron and head of nursing. It also includes a Band 7 advanced nurse practitioner, a stable psychology team, and therapy services with physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
Based at Oakwood Centre, Western Community Hospital, the post holder will join a strict OPMH on-call rota for North and South Hampshire (approx. 1 in 14 frequency).
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for delivering high-quality clinical care, holding Responsible Clinician (RC) duties, and managing treatment for patients on Primrose Ward. They will provide clinical supervision and support for resident doctors, including one ST4-6 senior trainee, two Foundation Year 1 residents, and a GP trainee (CT1-3 level).
Working as a core member of the Old Age Psychiatry (OPMH) inpatient team at Western Community Hospital, the postholder will collaborate closely with the ward's multidisciplinary team. Leadership includes a Modern Matron overseeing Primrose and Snowdrop wards, a dedicated Ward Manager for Primrose, and a Head of Nursing for inpatient services.
The postholder will actively contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives to enhance inpatient care. They will work alongside a dedicated inpatient psychology team and allied health professionals, including physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
The ward benefits from weekly input by Consultant Geriatrician Dr. Dan Forster, who reviews new admissions and supports residents with managing complex physical health conditions, ensuring robust physical health monitoring.
The postholder will have access to dedicated administrative support for tribunal report writing. Cross-cover arrangements are in place with Dr. Joseph Jameson, who covers Snowdrop Ward during annual and study leave.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Details
Date posted
14 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
348-SSW-MED-8762
Job locations
Western Community Hospital
Walnut Grove
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 4XE
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Western Community Hospital
Walnut Grove
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 4XE
Employer's website
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