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OverviewAs a Consultant Psychiatrist within our team, you will provide essential mental health and learning disability services to a diverse population of 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway. This role offers a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals under our care, with opportunities for professional growth. At Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, we focus on medical leadership. We promote, recognise, and value leadership capabilities of all medical staff, offering opportunities to engage in leadership development and growth tailored to areas of interest. Our commitment to medical leadership is evidenced by staff survey results showing strong engagement and value placed on doctors in their roles, contributing to service development and delivery decisions. Job descriptionJob responsibilities This is a 10 PA plus 0.5 PA and 3% Category A availability supplement for on-call post. Part time or job-share applications are welcome. Successful applicants must have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register and be fully registered with the GMC, as well as Approved Clinician and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act. About usWe are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the Garden of England. Collaborate with the Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you are passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues who are committed to providingbrilliant care through brilliant people. BenefitsHere are just some of our benefits: This post attracts a newly enhanced recruitment bonus of £20,000* Financial support for relocation up to £8,000* Easy access to in-house research team and academic opportunity through Kent’s own Medical School Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the NHS pension scheme Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme – bank your annual leave to save for an extended break Flexible working – just ask and we will try to help Learning and Development opportunities to engage in leadership, education, research, quality improvement and growth Free access to an independent counselling service Blue Light Card – NHS discounts Car lease scheme Staff network forums supporting equality and diversity *For full terms, contact our Medical Staffing Team: kmmh.medical-recruitment@ Person SpecificationTraining, Qualifications and RegistrationEssential MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise On the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months of completing CCT in Older Adult psychiatry Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Desirable Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management MRCPsych Additional clinical qualifications In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice TransportEssential Holds and will use a valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Clinical Skills, Knowledge and ExperienceEssential Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective and broad medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Make decisions based on evidence and experience, including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Desirable Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within NHS or comparable service Academic Skills and Lifelong LearningEssential Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Ability to work in and lead a team Commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement Participation in continuous professional development Participation in research or service evaluation Able to use and appraise clinical evidence Active participation in clinical audits and quality improvement programmes Desirable Ability to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflection on CPD undertaken Experience in clinical research and/or service evaluation Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications Led clinical audits leading to service change or improved patient outcomes Employer detailsEmployer name: Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust Address: The Elmstone Unit, 164 Ramsgate Road, Margate, CT9 4BF Attachments: 380-MED-24-050-PERM-J#J-18808-Ljbffr