Consultant Psychiatrist in a Low Secure Service

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust ,
York, North Yorkshire

Overview

Job Description

We are delighted to bring to advert a Consultant Psychiatrist post at Clifton House Low Secure Unit in York. The post is 10 PA's. The post is to run the Male Mental Illness service comprising a 12 bed ward, a small outpatient case load and gatekeeping/risk assessments. Although a forensically trained candidate is preferred, training and support is available to enable a psychiatrist with general training to develop into the role. The successful candidate will join the Clifton House MDT and work alongside other enthusiastic team members in achieving the very best standards of care for the patients in a service which has attracted new funding to play a key role in the Humber Coast and Vale STP. The post holders will form part of the wider Forensic Service which includes well established services in Leeds where there are three Consultant Psychiatrists. There are exciting opportunities to become involved in teaching, research, leadership and management. York is a most attractive city of international importance for its history and architecture and is close to some of the most beautiful countryside in England. It has excellent travel links, amenities and schools. A competitive relocation package is available and a 'Golden Hello' for the right candidates. Further details can be obtained from the Forensic Service Clinical Lead, Dr Jonathan King (jonathan.king@nhs.net) **Please note any correspondence following application will be sent via trac.jobs & the Trust's Resourcing Team** For further details / informal visits contact: Dr Jonathan King on 0113 85556442. Employment Type: FULL_TIME