Specialty Doctor - Mental Health with Learning Disabilties

Cygnet Health Care ,
London, Greater London
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Specialty Doctor - Mental Health with Learning Disabilities Salary: Up to 90,000 depending on experience Location: Beckton, E6 6ZB Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctorlooking for your next challenge in psychiatry - and a competitive salary? With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme. We have an opportunity for a full-time Specialty Doctor to shape services at Hansa Ward, Cygnet Hospital Beckton - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team. Hansa Ward is a 13 bed, high dependency complex care service for women with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge. Emergency referrals are accepted and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for the service user is as smooth as possible. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day. ----- Your role responsibilities... * Provide high quality treatment under the direction of a Consultant Psychiatrist * Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users * Participate in weekly ward rounds & attend multidisciplinary meetings * Attend Care Programme Approach & Section 117 meetings & mental health review tribunals * Provide up-to-date clinical information at all meetings * Ensure that medical decisions are implemented as planned * Audit medical services & ensure compliance with GMC & other professional guidelines * Uphold policies & procedures and contribute to service governance & development Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... * Salary up to 90,000 (depending on experience) * Generous exam & study leave to attend CPD opportunities, conferences etc * Monthly CPD grand rounds where you'll attend educational meetings & have the opportunity to meet psychiatrists from across the region * Financial support for further training & personal development * Appraisal & peer supervision * Company paid life assurance scheme * Contributory pension scheme * Access to the NHS Discount Scheme * Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme * Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks We are looking for someone who is... * Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified * Relevant experience within Learning Disabilities * Experienced within a mental health setting * Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team * Knowledgeable of mental health legislation & codes of practice * An excellent clinical decision maker, with sound judgement & ability to manage risk * A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes * Committed to continued professional development * Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent Our CESR programme This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level - and you'll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties. You'll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development - and you'll receive support with MRCPsych exams. Cygnet Health Care has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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