Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry Maples

Job title:

Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry Maples

Company

NHS

Job description

CPFT are inviting enthusiastic and dedicated Old Age Psychiatrists to apply for a number of posts in our community based services to provide excellent care to the population of Cambridgeshire.Five posts are available across Peterborough, Ely and Fenland , including a post in the Peterborough based Crisis Team for older people. This post is based on the Maples ward and is available either as a permanent post or twelve month fixed term or secondment post.The Community facing services in CPFT for older people are managed within the Older People and Adult Community Directorate, OPAC. Our integrated model of care brings together staff delivering physical healthcare and mental healthcare for the elderly, and during the current Covid epidemic it has proven its benefits.A key focus for the delivery of community care are integrated, multidisciplinary, multi-agency neighbourhood teams (NTs).More information about CPFT can be found at www.cpft.nhs.ukMore information about the Cambridgeshire University Department of Psychiatry can be found at www.psychiatry.cam.ac.ukMain duties of the jobClinical:To lead the multidisciplinary team in providing excellent psychiatric careTo provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plans.To lead weekly MDT meetings and ensure prompt reviews of acutely unwell patientsTo work closely with the CRHTT OP, community teams and liaison services as patients move between these teamsCambridgeshire offers a variety of recreational pursuits and stunning countryside, and a wide range of cultural activities, and is well connected via excellent road and rail links.The Trust is actively involved in clinical research and would encourage candidates to participate in research activities.About usCPFT is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our BAME & LGBTQ+ communities.For further information on CPFT please visit our website www.cpft.nhs.ukDate posted30 August 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference number310-MED-4913628-CJob locationsThe Cavell Centre506 Bretton GrnPeterboroughPE3 9GZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will work alongside community-based consultant colleagues to provide medical leadership for an experienced multi-disciplinary mental health team delivering assessment and treatment for patients with both functional and organic illness. The post holder will have a key role in developing links with the wider MDT and with colleagues in primary care.Inpatient care and medical input into the Older Peoples Crisis Team is provided by consultant colleagues within the acute care system and the post holder will work closely with them and with the colleagues within the liaison service to ensure care is well co-ordinated.The job plan is flexible to take account of clinical and professional interests, including time within the job plan for suitably qualified and motivated individuals to develop interests such as teaching and research.During 2020 we responded swiftly to the need for remote working, and now deliver the bulk of clinical assessments and all MDT team meetings via approved secure video platforms. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will work alongside community-based consultant colleagues to provide medical leadership for an experienced multi-disciplinary mental health team delivering assessment and treatment for patients with both functional and organic illness. The post holder will have a key role in developing links with the wider MDT and with colleagues in primary care.Inpatient care and medical input into the Older Peoples Crisis Team is provided by consultant colleagues within the acute care system and the post holder will work closely with them and with the colleagues within the liaison service to ensure care is well co-ordinated.The job plan is flexible to take account of clinical and professional interests, including time within the job plan for suitably qualified and motivated individuals to develop interests such as teaching and research.During 2020 we responded swiftly to the need for remote working, and now deliver the bulk of clinical assessments and all MDT team meetings via approved secure video platforms.Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssential

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register
• MRCPsych (or equivalent).
• S12/ AC approved
• CCT in relavent specialty

Desirable

• MD or PhD

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of working in a community facing team

Desirable

• Experience of research and service development
• Clinical training and experience in delivery of psychotherapy modalities

Skills/Ability/KnowledgeEssential

• First-hand experience of developing services in a constantly changing environment and to budgetary restraints would be an advantage.
• Candidates need to be effective teachers and trainers and be able to guide their own continuing education and training.

Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssential

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register
• MRCPsych (or equivalent).
• S12/ AC approved
• CCT in relavent specialty

Desirable

• MD or PhD

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of working in a community facing team

Desirable

• Experience of research and service development
• Clinical training and experience in delivery of psychotherapy modalities

Skills/Ability/KnowledgeEssential

• First-hand experience of developing services in a constantly changing environment and to budgetary restraints would be an advantage.
• Candidates need to be effective teachers and trainers and be able to guide their own continuing education and training.

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Peterborough

Job date

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:07:27 GMT

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