Clinical role Provide a consultative, supervisory and supportive role to the multi‑disciplinary team. Expected case load is about 330. The majority of clinical work is clinic‑based, but service users may also be seen at home as required. Clinics can be at different sites within short distance from the base. Undertake assessments of referrals/admissions to the service, diagnose and formulate management plans for complex presentations, and provide management for treatment‑resistant and complex presentations. Assess and manage risk, including vulnerability, suicide risk, risk to health and safety and risk of harm to others. Prepare Mental Health Review Tribunal and Managers' Hearings reports and attend subsequent hearings. Work collaboratively with the MDT, including external partners, and with psychiatrists from partner providers such as Forensic and Rehabilitation Psychiatrists. Lead clinical decision making in the MDT to ensure high‑quality care, develop service clinical priorities in line with national and professional guidance and standards, and engage with service transformation programmes, including attendance at Consultant meetings. Educational role Provide clinical supervision for trainees in gaining core psychiatric experience and in achieving competencies in core general psychiatry. QualificationsMRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Consultant Psychiatrist