• Job Description

  Req#: C9369-24-0751?language=en&page=1326&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  This is a new substantive post to provide medical support to the Liaison Psychiatry team in Exeter. The doctor will support the medical assessment and management of the team for patients attending Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

  The potholders responsibilities will be to provide psychiatric services to Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). The work is multidisciplinary both within the Liaison Team and with external colleagues.

  The work is under support and supervision of Dr Merryn Anderson, and Dr Tom Smith Consultant Psychiatrists.

  The role involves work alongside the Foundation doctors, Core Trainees and Speciality Trainee Doctors who provide support for the service though also need clinical supervision at times.

  The post holder will have a commitment to collaborative working and actively supporting and liaising with other health and social professionals and agencies as well as have good relationships with mental health services.

  The post is a pilot and is initially an 18 month fixed term appointment.

  The appointment is at Specialty Doctor Grade with salary thresholds from £52,530 rising by ten thresholds to a maximum of £82,400 per annum, for full time 10 sessions.

  Main duties of the job

  We are interested in recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Specialty Doctor who is interested in shaping the future in terms of their career and the provision of services. The post holder is expected to help promote mental health throughout the general hospital. We would look for a patient centred approach but also one which involves the general hospital in joint care.

  The ability to liaise with clinicians, managers, other psychiatric teams and relatives is a key part of the role.

  Assessment of patients who are acutely psychiatrically unwell who also need physical health treatment provides a challenging yet highly variable and rewarding environment. We see patients above the age of 18, both general adult and older adults.

  There is a large mix of patients with diagnoses from depression, anxiety, emotionally unstable personality disorder, crisis presentations of BPAD and Schizophrenia. We also work alongside other services such as the people with Learning Disability Service, Perinatal Service and Eating Disorders service whilst a patient is in hospital. We also see some patients who simply have a hospital specific problem and need help to navigate the system or have reasonable adjustments e.g. people with autism. There is a large amount of knowledge in the team and a good deal of support, the variety listed is to give a sense of the variety of clinical interest.

  It would be desirable for the candidate to have Section 12 approval to help with acute presentations.

  About us

  About Devon Partnership Trust

  We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

  We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

  Our values

  We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

  We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

  Date posted

  17 September 2024

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Specialty Doctor

  Salary

  £52,530 to £82,400 a year

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  18 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  C9369-24-0751

  Job locations

  Wonford House

  Dryden Road

  Exeter

  Devon

  EX2 5AF

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

  Person Specification

  Personal Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
  • Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
  • Punctuality/good time management.
  • Honesty and integrity.
  • Well organised.

  Desirable

  • Ability to critically examine practice.

  Research

  Essential

  • Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.

  Desirable

  • Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
  • Publications in peer reviewed journals.
  • IT skills.

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MB BS or equivalent
  • GMC registration.

  Desirable

  • Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
  • Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

  Clinical Governance

  Essential

  • Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.

  Desirable

  • Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of Liaison Psychiatry

  Clinical Skills / Clinical Knowledge

  Essential

  • Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
  • Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
  • Ability to manage crises and act independently.
  • Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
  • Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
  • Up to date CPR training.
  • Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983

  Desirable

  • Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
  • Knowledge of clinical risk management.
  • Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.

  Continuing Professional Development / Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical

  Essential

  • Commitment to process of CPD
  • Ability to organise own learning/CPD
  • Meets professional health requirements

  Desirable

  • Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
  • Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need

  Person Specification

  Personal Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
  • Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
  • Punctuality/good time management.
  • Honesty and integrity.
  • Well organised.

  Desirable

  • Ability to critically examine practice.

  Research

  Essential

  • Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.

  Desirable

  • Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
  • Publications in peer reviewed journals.
  • IT skills.

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MB BS or equivalent
  • GMC registration.

  Desirable

  • Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
  • Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

  Clinical Governance

  Essential

  • Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years in basic psychiatric training.

  Desirable

  • Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of Liaison Psychiatry

  Clinical Skills / Clinical Knowledge

  Essential

  • Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
  • Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
  • Ability to manage crises and act independently.
  • Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
  • Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
  • Up to date CPR training.
  • Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983

  Desirable

  • Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
  • Knowledge of clinical risk management.
  • Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.

  Continuing Professional Development / Motivation / Practical Arrangements / Physical

  Essential

  • Commitment to process of CPD
  • Ability to organise own learning/CPD
  • Meets professional health requirements

  Desirable

  • Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
  • Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need

  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).

  Additional information

  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

  Devon Partnership NHS Trust

  Address

  Wonford House

  Dryden Road

  Exeter

  Devon

  EX2 5AF

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Devon Partnership NHS Trust

  Address

  Wonford House

  Dryden Road

  Exeter

  Devon

  EX2 5AF

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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