Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust
Specialty Doctor (Laurel Ward/Care Home Liaison)
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Specialty Doctor Post in Adult Mental Health Services
We are seeking to appoint to a Specialty Doctor post within Adult Mental Health Services, based in Scunthorpe and covering the area of North Lincolnshire. The Trust provides a comprehensive adult, child, older adult, learning disability, and community forensic mental health services to Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire. It also provides Community Physical Health Services and Substance Misuse Services in Doncaster.
The team in North Lincolnshire is keen to welcome applications from dynamic psychiatrists with a progressive approach to MDT working, to provide medical input to patient care for adults of working age in our Acute Care Pathway.
Requirements
Applicants must have at least 4 years experience in psychiatry post-graduation. They should have evidence of good communication skills and a commitment to multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working.
Clinical Duties
- Conduct initial psychiatric assessments, mental state examinations, and risk assessments for newly admitted patients.
- Formulate treatment plans in collaboration with consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in board rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, and case discussions.
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring adherence to NICE guidelines.
- Manage medical emergencies and liaise with general medical teams as required.
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Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with consultants, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers to ensure holistic patient care.
- Communicate effectively with families, carers, and external agencies involved in patient care.
- Participate in discharge planning and liaise with community mental health teams to ensure continuity of care.
Education & Training
- Opportunity to supervise and teach medical students and junior colleagues.
- To attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme.
- Participate in audit, quality improvement projects, and service development initiatives where appropriate.
About
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
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https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Julie Thornton
- Job title: Care Group Director
- Email address: julie.thornton1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07815485647
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