About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-established CTT with several exciting opportunities in the region. This is also an extremely exciting and interesting opportunity to spearhead and contribute towards the development of Hope Haven, Hope Haven - a mental health and wellbeing hub in the heart of Whitehaven and Copeland which is a community partnership initiative between CNTW and several partnership organisations.
There is also opportunity to be part of developing ongoing changes within services in the region such as
The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) which is also a new venture in the region between university of Cumbria and Imperial college London. The aim is to produce doctors committed to delivering cutting-edge healthcare approaches and serve the needs of the Cumbria community.
This is a full time (10PA) post for an adult consultant psychiatrist to provide medical input into the Portland House, 11-12 Portland Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1PY.
Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Dr Oladipupo Omolabi/ Dr Prathibha Rao
Tel: 0191 245 687
Email: [email protected]/ [email protected]
Main duties of the job
The post-holder is expected to:
Participate in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the CTT. Support the medical workforce on the west CTT Be committed to delivering excellence in clinical care, Work effectively with the multidisciplinary community team and in-patient teams. Promote the safety and well-being of the patients we serve. To respect the rights and the dignity of patients. To consider the individual and cultural needs of patients and To work with families and carers in the best interest of the patient (in line with the Trust Carers' Charter).
About us
Why us?
Up to £8k relocation package 30 days study leave (every 3 years) Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan Remote working available as suits service needs Dedicated and protected SPA time Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being Teaching and research opportunities available Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre Employee Excellence awards Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.
Job description Job responsibilities
This is a 10PA post for an adult for a consultant psychiatrist to provide medical input into the East Adult community Treatment team located at Portland House Team located in Carlisle.The post holder is expected to have total DCC of 7.5pa and 2.5pa for SPA.
Post holder will work along with multidisciplinary team covering the adult population in North-Cumbria.
The post holder will provide senior clinical expertise in the assessment and treatment of individuals with complex mental health problems and what are termed as at-risk mental states.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
MBBS (or equivalent) Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 Approved Clinician Status
Desirable
MRCPsych or equivalent qualification Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal
Knowledge Essential
Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience Essential
Experience of multidisciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development
Skills Essential
High level of clinical skills Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry Excellent communication skills Excellent teaching skills Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
Established record of clinical leadership Established ability as a clinical teacher Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal Characteristics Essential
Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthiness Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post Maturity, openness and flexibility
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address Portland House
Carlisle
CA1 1PY
Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)