Priory
Consultant Psychiatrist - Acute Ward
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Consultant Psychiatrist - Acute Ward
Department: Medical and Psychiatry Location: Cheadle Royal Compensation: £170,000 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Cheadle is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours on site.
Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu. Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983). Supervising the process of referral and admission including contributing to preadmission assessments of young people with other team members. Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults. You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The consultant must hold a CCST or CCT (or equivalent) in the relevant area of psychiatry and maintain registration with the General Medical Council (GMC), including the relevant Specialist Register, providing evidence of this registration to the Hospital Director or Group Medical Officer upon request. This post requires a collaborative team player who is eager to engage in a multidisciplinary approach to assessment, formulation, and management planning. The successful candidate will also have experience working in inpatient settings with individuals facing significant mental health difficulties.
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For more information about the role, you can emailFarahgigani@priorygroup.com
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on-site parking Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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