About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for a full-time (10 Programmed Activities) Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist. This is a replacement post, and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients with mental illness.
Applicants must be eligible for registration on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register, have Approved Clinician status and be approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act.
Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists is preferred, but equivalent qualifications and experience would be considered.
Newly appointed Consultants will be offered mentoring which will be arranged by the Associate Medical Director.
Main duties of the job
To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed between consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trust's personnel policies and procedures. This may include assessing competences under the Modernising Medical Careers framework.
To ensure that junior medical staff working with the postholder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant.
To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively, and submit this promptly to the Information Department.
To participate in service and business planning activity for the locality and, as appropriate, for the whole mental health service.
To participate in annual appraisal for Consultants.
To attend and participate in the Arnold Lodge academic programme, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme.
To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct.
To participate annually in a job plan review with the Clinical Manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation.
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Job description Job responsibilities
This appointment is for a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist at Arnold Lodge. The postholder will be working with male patients with a diagnosis of mental illness.
The appointee will:
1. Lead a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and treatment of patients requiring treatment in conditions of medium security.
2. Provide pre-admission assessments in line with contractual requirements and provide Commissioners with appropriate advice. Arnold Lodge ordinarily receives 70- 90 pre-admission referrals of men with a primary diagnosis of mental illness per year. The postholder will have 3 full-time Consultant colleagues to assist in dealing with these.
3. Manage an inpatient case load of approximately 12-14 patients.
4. Chair ward rounds, convene and chair CPA meetings and provide clinical leadership to the MDT.
5. Provide timely reports to Hospital Managers, Tribunals, the Ministry of Justice and Courts etc.
6. Liaise with all necessary organisations in order to provide patients with the appropriate care pathway and will convene and chair Section 117 meetings.
7. Be actively encouraged to develop expertise and participate in a range of psychological programmes offered in Arnold Lodge.
8. Comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
9. Act as the Care Coordinator and oversee the treatment of patients in their care following admission.
10. Undertake clinical audit.
11. Engage and regularly liaise with Provider Collaborative colleagues, IMPACT.
12. Contribute to ongoing service developments and improvements.
13. Contribute to the development of clinical governance and quality assurance.
14. Participate in the on-call rota to ensure that Arnold Lodge is provided with 24 hour Consultant cover. It is anticipated that the on-call rota will be a 1 in 8. This will include contributing to a first on call rota, Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm, excluding Bank Holidays in conjunction with Junior Medical staff and other Consultants.
15. There are no separate special responsibilities.
The clinical team consists of the postholder, social worker (0.5 WTE), psychologist (0.4 WTE), psychology trainee (0.5 WTE) and OT (1.0 WTE).
The post also has the support of the trainees and other consultants who, as a team, cover the hospital 24 hours a day. There is also input from dentistry, dietician, podiatry, speech and language therapy and structured day therapists.
Assessment of individuals referred for admission will require travel throughout the United Kingdom.
The postholder will be provided with support from a visiting GP and Primary Healthcare Team.
The duties are subject to review from time to time in light of changing requirements of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification MRCPsych or equivalent Full GMC registration Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry with appropriate forensic experience) Section 12(2) approval, Approved Clinician status and DBS clearance
Desirable
Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management Relevant higher degree eg MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications Additional clinical qualifications
Eligibility Essential
Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within 6 months Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
Desirable
In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Essential
Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Ability to work in and lead team Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation Able to use and appraise clinical evidence Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes Participate in CPD Programme Teach trainees from medical and allied health professionals in clinical settings
Desirable
Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients Teaching experience
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential
Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Ability to take a leadership role in a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care and staff morale Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work Ability to appraise own performance Experience in providing written reports for legal purposes Expert knowledge of forensic psychiatry Risk management linked to provisions of mental health care including secure care and protection of public Experience of Care Programme Approach 3 years approved higher training in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry and equivalent experience in forensic psychiatry) Higher Specialist Trainees are eligible to apply if within 6 months of their CCT date Working with mentally disordered offenders
Desirable
Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills Additional clinical qualification Find creative solutions to problems Liaise with colleagues in management of complex clinical issues Additional knowledge in one or more areas of specialty Knowledge of recent developments and treatment advances in the care of offenders Knowledge of HCR-20, PCL-R and other risk assessment tools Knowledge of NHS systems Relevant experience, eg specific psychological therapies Experience of working in secure psychiatric settings
Research & Audit Essential
Ability to critically appraise published research Participation in on-going audit
Desirable
Experience of involvement in a research project and publication Interest in research Published audit project
Management Essential
Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS Ability to contribute to the Care Group and Organisation's Strategic Direction
Desirable
Evidence of management training Previous management experience Evidence of a management project
Transport & Travel Essential
Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
Other Requirements Essential
Able to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call Satisfactory clearances from enhanced DBS disclosure and health checks Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
Own Car
Experience Essential
3 years approved higher training in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry and equivalent experience in forensic psychiatry) Higher Specialist Trainees are eligible to apply if within 6 months of their CCT date Working with mentally disordered offenders
Desirable
Relevant experience, eg specific psychological therapies Experience of working in secure psychiatric settings
Aptitude Essential
Interest in welfare of mentally disorder offenders Ability to deal effectively with pressure Thoroughness and attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively Reliability and honesty Flexible approach to working practice Positive approach to the job planning and appraisal process Personable and willing to work in groups Enjoy working in a challenging environment
Desirable
Evidence of leadership attributes Motivational skills Commitment to service development
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 Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Arnold Lodge
Cordelia Close
Leicester
LE5 0LE
Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)