General Practitioner (Specialist Grade) in Forensic Psychiatry
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
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Job summary
We are seeking for a Substantive General Practitioner (Specialist Grade) with a Specialist Interest in Forensic Psychiatry based at Langdon Hospital, Dawlish. Langdon Hospital cares for adult male gentlemen with a serious mental illness. A stay can include admission and assessment of acutely unwell gentlemen, the varied road of their recovery and planning good quality continuity of care at discharge. An admission can last for months to years which gives a rare opportunity to build a high level of trust and give the time needed to identify and address physical health issues.
The role allows for attention to detail and patient specific care planning over a wide age range, currently 18-83 years of age. This age range generates a variety of physical health conditions.
The site also employs a wide range of staff with different skills working in various specialities, allowing the onsite GP to work in partnership within a wider MDT.
Langdon is a purpose built hospital set in a gentle countryside setting. This allows for appropriate clinical care to be offered balanced within a site in which close proximity to nature can be appreciated by all.
Main duties of the job
The role is suited to a person who is keen to explore and address the disparity of poorer physical health in those with Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
The reasons for the disparity is multifactorial and each service user will have a specific set of physical health issues. Care plans devised require a pragmatic approach to what is relevant, realistic and patient centred. The SMI experienced by a service user can cause numerous challenges in terms of assessment and management options. Although the site is relatively small in terms of numbers, the complexity of cases is what can define the work load.
As per general practice the health issues can be of a preventative, acute and chronic nature. The type of work allows for a service specific shared cared to be developed. An example is the obstructive sleep apnoea pathway. Here we do the overnight oximetry recording on site using our own equipment which our local hospital reviews and reports on. This allows for a more streamlined referral processed focused on those for whom a CPAP machine is specifically recommended.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader Employer.
Date posted
15 May 2023
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialist
Salary
£81,500 to £92,500 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9369-23-0171
Job locations
Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 0NR
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish
Dawlish
Devon
EX7 0NR
Employer's website
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