About this role
Job summary
Are you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?
We are seeking an experienced full-time Specialty Doctor who will work at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone and provide psychiatric care on Roseacre Ward, our 16 bed personality disorder service for women.
Roseacre Ward is designed to a Tier 4 specification but commissioned by ICBs. We support women to engage in our Dialectal Behaviour Therapy (DBT) programme, and put skills in practice to tolerate distress, regulate emotions and improve relationships. Roseacre Ward provides a care pathway for service users who are preparing to step down to community living and uses a recovery-focused model.
You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist) - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.
At Cygnet Maidstone we are looking to rotate Specialty Doctors between wards annually so there is an opportunity to gain a varied clinical exposure as well as a chance to work with different consultants.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Main duties of the job
Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients
Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.
Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings
Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.
Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region
About us
Cygnet have 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.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Job Title: Specialty Doctor
Service Line:Female Personality Disorders
Professionally Accountable to:Consultant Psychiatrist
Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager
Are you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?
We are seeking an experiencedfull-time Specialty Doctorwho will work atCygnet Hospital Maidstone and provide psychiatric care onRoseacre Ward,our 16 bed personality disorder service for women.
Roseacre Ward is designed to a Tier 4 specification but commissioned by ICBs. We support women to engage in our Dialectal Behaviour Therapy (DBT) programme, and put skills in practice to tolerate distress, regulate emotions and improve relationships. Roseacre Ward provides a care pathway for service users who are preparing to step down to community living and uses a recovery-focused model.
You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist)- while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.
At Cygnet Maidstone we are looking to rotate Specialty Doctors between wards annually so there is an opportunity to gain a varied clinical exposure as well as a chance to work with different consultants.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Main duties and Responsibilities
Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients
Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.
Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings
Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.
Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary up to £85,000 per year (Depending on Experience)
Generous annual leave entitlement
5 days paid study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
Contributory pension scheme
Research o pportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
Electric Car Scheme
Our Portfolio Pathway programme
This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and youll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.
Youll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and youll receive support with MRCPsych exams.
We are looking for someone who is...
Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent
Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
< b>Cygnethave 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.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply.
What next?
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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.
Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care
Address
Maidstone
ME14 5FT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)