Job summary
The post holder will provide specialist input for adults requiring both inpatient and community rehabilitation primarily in the East area of North Wales, however flexible working and cross cover with the other two Consultant Rehabilitation Colleagues will be key. There are currently three inpatient rehabilitation units and a locked rehabilitation ward across the region.
You will actively work with the MDT and provide clinical leadership to ensure good quality holistic care is provided.
The post holder will be clinically responsible for those patients under their care and would be expected to work within the framework of the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
As part of the Health Board's strategic collaboration with Bangor University, individuals with an interest in teaching and research who can demonstrate and agree a possible contribution to the School can be considered and nominated for recognition through the University's process for granting honorary titles and help to deliver our shared vision for the North Wales School of Medicine and Health.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide specialist rehabilitation and recovery service for the adult population of the East area (Wrexham & Flintshire).
You will work within the legislative arrangements of the Mental Health Measure (Wales 2010) providing medical leadership to the CRT.
The role involves Inpatient Responsible Clinician (RC) responsibilities for an 8 bedded open door inpatient rehab unit, Coed Celyn, Wrexham. The gender mix is currently 6 male and 2 female beds. Caseload mix includes clients with treatment resistant schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, learning disability and complex emotional needs.
The consultant is responsible for providing all the psychiatry input to the inpatient MDT, with MDT ward rounds every week and availability through the week to manage contingencies and deteriorations that arise.
You will have access to an office, full time secretarial support and IT facilities.
There is the possibility of supervising a doctor in training (CT1-ST6), but it depends on the training needs and seniority of the post holder.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Dr Fouad Basa on 03000 853958
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Dr Fouad Basa on 03000 853958
Person Specification
Qualifications & Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC specialist registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Approved under section 12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- Welsh AC Approval
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Motivational skills
- Evidence of training in the core and specialist competencies for community psychiatry
- Experience of delivering postgraduate teaching.
- Experience of having delivered multidisciplinary teaching.
Desirable
- Experience of community psychiatric practice
- Experience of teaching medical students.
- Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team
Ability
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively; written, oral and interpersonally
- Evidence of a commitment to provide specialist adult mental health services
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of having undertaken a relevant audit project and proven capability to initiate and undertake original work.
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to develop and utilise links with service users
- Evidence of ability to build working relationship with colleagues.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel when required to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to work flexibly in response to the changing needs of the service
- Ability to fulfil all duties of the post
- Understanding of information systems and technology
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Person Specification
Qualifications & Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC specialist registration or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Approved under section 12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- Welsh AC Approval
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Motivational skills
- Evidence of training in the core and specialist competencies for community psychiatry
- Experience of delivering postgraduate teaching.
- Experience of having delivered multidisciplinary teaching.
Desirable
- Experience of community psychiatric practice
- Experience of teaching medical students.
- Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team
Ability
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively; written, oral and interpersonally
- Evidence of a commitment to provide specialist adult mental health services
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of having undertaken a relevant audit project and proven capability to initiate and undertake original work.
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to develop and utilise links with service users
- Evidence of ability to build working relationship with colleagues.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel when required to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to work flexibly in response to the changing needs of the service
- Ability to fulfil all duties of the post
- Understanding of information systems and technology
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
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).
