Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry - Private Dementia Ward

Here at Staff Partners Mental Health, we have an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry for an established private hospital based in Yorkshire.
 
Job Description and Key Responsibilities:

This role is a part time (8 sessions/30hrs per week) permanent position and you will be working in a 16 bed Dementia Ward. The hospital provides 32 beds, divided into two 16-bed wards for males who have mental health disorders. 1 Ward is a level 2 Rehabilitation and Recovery Ward (Higher Support Needs). 2 Ward is a Neurocognitive service, specialising in dementia. Each service has a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist who performs the duties of Responsible Clinician.

The available post is for 2 Ward (16 bedded Specialist Dementia Service).

An excellent opportunity for somebody looking to join an established team caring for individuals with Dementia. 2 Ward is a 16 bedded male unit which provides a therapeutic environment for men with dementia. Most patients are under MHA and exhibit behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. The Consultant will work closely with other experienced members of the MDT. The post would be suitable for an Older Adult Consultant Psychiatrist or a General Adult Psychiatrist, with experience of dementia.

Physical health input is provided by the on-site Specialist Physical Health Nurse and visiting GP.

Responsibilities:

• Lead an MDT of Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, OT and Specialty Dr’s
• Active role in service and development activities
• Participate in Governance and Service Line meetings
• Taking clinical responsibility for patients
• Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician
• Supervising the process of referrals and admissions
• Take part in medical related audits

Job Requirements:

• GMC with a licence to practise
• CCT/Specialist Registration with the GMC
• Approved Clinician status
• Section 12 approval
• MRCPsych
• MBSS qualification

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical Indemnity insurance cover
• Annual Leave
• Group Pension Plan
• Accredited training opportunities
• Individual induction
• Childcare vouchers
• Professional Appraisal

If this role is of interest to you, please apply now and one of our dedicated recruiters will contact you.

Alternatively, you can reach the team on 01992 245 330.

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