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Locum Trust Grade Doctor in General Adult Psychiatry


Company : Islet Systems


Location : Exeter, England


Created : 2025-07-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job SummaryWe are looking for a trust grade doctor with excellent personal values and commitment to patient care. You will be part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team at Delderfield ward, helping patients progress in their care pathway towards the community. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to join a friendly, supportive and experienced team . The post holder will work directly with experienced Consultants Ms Katy White and Ms Vanessa Channon. There is another resident doctor in situ on the ward.The role will appeal to individuals who wish to have a challenging but satisfying workload and to be part of an established, highly regarded service.You will be supported in developing excellent mental state examination skills, risk assessment and management of patients with a variety of diagnoses. Opportunities are present for developing your portfolio- either through teaching skills, quality improvement projects and audits. You will be part of a rich and vibrant multi-disciplinary team that includes administrative support. who are very supportive. Close supervision and help will be available at all times. You will be supported to engage in CPD including the regular Exeter Educational Meeting. You will also be supported to engage in projects that are in alignment with the directorates vision and needs.This is a fixed term position for 6 Months with the possibility of renewal.Main duties of the jobYour primary duties will include responding to the mental and physical health needs of 16 inpatients in an acute psychiatric ward. You will have supervision available from a Consultant and will also be supported by the MDT in management of more complex physical health conditions. You will be expected to do regular mental state examinations of patients under your care and provide reports and feedback for review meetings for each patient. You will have opportunity to take part in teaching undergraduate students on placement.About UsAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe 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 doOur valuesWe 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.DetailsDate posted18 July 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty registrarSalary£52,656 a yearContractFixed termDuration6 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference numberC9369-25-0568Job locationsDelderfield WardThe CedarsExeterDevonEX2 5SNJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.Job DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.Person SpecificationExperienceEssentialCompleted re-registration year (or equivalent outside the UK)KnowledgeEssentialExperience of understanding and application of knowledge Understands principles of medical auditQualificationsEssentialMBBS or equivalent Registration with GMCManagement Ability and OtherEssentialSets realistic goals and deadlines Ability to be mobile across a geographical area.DesirableGood organisational skills and time management Demonstrates willingness to become computer literateTeam working skills and MotivationEssentialGood team worker Commitment to career progressionDesirableAble to establish good working relationships with other members of a multidisciplinary tem Contributes to departmental training sessions Able to organise own learningClinical SkillsEssentialCompetent in history taking and examination skillsDesirableAccepts responsibility and able to take leadership for ward based emergenciesAbilityEssentialAbility to interview and assess patients and write clear and comprehensive notesDesirableDemonstration ability to work with persons with mental health problemsPerson SpecificationEssentialAbility to interview and assess patients and write clear and comprehensive notesDesirableDemonstration ability to work with persons with mental health problemsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressDelderfield WardThe CedarsExeterDevonEX2 5SNEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressDelderfield WardThe CedarsExeterDevonEX2 5SNEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ #J-18808-Ljbffr