Consultant Psychiatrist in GA with input to Older Adult ServiceinExeterinExeterPUBLISHED THU 14 NOV 2024
Devon Partnership NHS TrustrQSZNtRl
The position includes key responsibilities such as weekly patient reviews, crisis intervention, and supporting the gatekeeping of admissions to inpatient units. In addition, the Consultant Psychiatrist will mentor junior staff, contribute to training initiatives, and engage with clinical governance. The role promises a supportive work environment with flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional development, making it ideal for psychiatrists dedicated to improving mental health services and patient outcomes.
Were looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our teams within General Adult and Old age Psychiatry.
The general adult role provides consultant-level leadership and care within our Home Treatment Service for adults of working age, and the older adults component will support older adults services through the Devon Memory Services and/or Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT).
Working in a supportive environment, youll be part of a multidisciplinary team with access to a network of mental health professionals and modern facilities to help make a significant impact on community mental health care.
Joining Devon Partnership NHS Trust means being part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to quality mental health services and a culture of inclusivity, compassion, and professional growth. We champion recovery, holistic care, and innovation. With flexible work arrangements, access to continuous professional development, and a commitment to staff well-being, youll find a role thats both rewarding and impactful.
As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will lead the clinical management and treatment of patients within the General Adult Psychiatry Home Treatment Service and provide input to the Older People's Mental Health (OPMH) service.
You will perform regular patient assessments, collaborate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, and deliver expert psychiatric care to working age adults and older adults, supporting them in their recovery journeys.
Key responsibilities include weekly patient reviews, Memory clinic assessments, providing crisis intervention, and supporting HTTs to gatekeep admissions to inpatient units, enabling patients to receive care in the community wherever possible.
Additionally, youll supervise and guide junior medical staff, support training and education of HTTs, and engage in clinical governance initiatives.
This role offers a blend of clinical leadership, patient-centred care, and team working, ideal for psychiatrists looking to work across directorates to improve standards and drive continuous service improvement in mental health. Flexible working options and ongoing professional development support make this an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate professional.
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