Specialty Doctor (Part-time)

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Job Title: Specialty Doctor

Service Line: Learning Disabilities

Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist

Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking 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 are seeking an experienced part-time specialty doctor (7 sessions) who will work in our Scottish residential services.

You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.

The Cygnet services covered by this role are:

• Thistle House (Dundee, DD5 1PL) - 10 residents
• Ellen Mhor (Dundee, DD1 2QH) - 12 residents
• Lindsay House (Dundee, DD3 9AG) - 2 residents
• Ranaich (Dunblane, FK15 0DR) - 14 residents
• Trinity House and Trinity Lodge (Lockerbie, DG11 2DS & DG11 2AG) - 18 residents

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 and Responsibilities...

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted residents
• Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of residents.
• Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA and Patient Review 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 psychiatry on call rota, on a 1 in 4 basis (moving to 1 in 5 with AMP status and experience in role)

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Salary up to £85,000 per year FTE (£59,500 per year)
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's 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 Reward Gateway, 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 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.

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Section 22 approval or eligibility for AMP training an advantage
• Experienced & knowledgeable in psychiatry
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Adults with Incapacity Act
• 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
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnet 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.

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 or email hannahdunlop@cygnethealth.coo.uk

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply