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Job Title: Specialty Doctor
Service Line: Male Rehabilitation
Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist
Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager
Are you an outstanding Specialty Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry - and a competitive salary?
We are seeking an experienced full-time Specialty Doctor who will work at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone and provide psychiatric care on Kingswood Ward, 16 bed high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men.
The service is delivered in a purpose-built therapeutic environment, where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes, recovery and reintegration into the community.
By combining a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach and state-of-the-art facilities, we deliver high-quality care within a community atmosphere, while focusing on discharge planning from the moment individuals arrive.
You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist (Staff Grade Psychiatrist) - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.
At Cygnet Maidstone we are looking to rotate Specialty Doctors between wards annually so there is an opportunity to gain a varied clinical exposure as well as a chanceto work with different consultants.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.
Main duties and Responsibilities
Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients
Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.
Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings
Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.
Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
Salary up to £85,000 per year (Depending on Experience)
Generous annual leave entitlement
5 days paid study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
Contributory pension scheme
Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
Electric Car Scheme
Our Portfolio Pathway programme
This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level - and you'll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.
You'll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development - and you'll receive support with MRCPsych exams.
We are looking for someone who is
Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent
Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
What next?If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply.
What next?
If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
