Consultant Psychiatrist - Canterbury Crisis Resolution Home Treatment

at  Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust

Are you seeking a career where your impact truly matters?
As a Consultant Psychiatrist in the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment team based at St Martin’s Hospital in Kent, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality clinical service and actively involved in the strategic development of the team and broader services.
You will work alongside one other Consultant Psychiatrist to provide care for those residing in North East and South East Kent.
Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or achieve this within 3 months of appointment).
Assessment and diagnosis of people under the care of the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment service.
Use of Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation where clinically appropriate.
Support teaching of medical students attached to the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment service.
To provide consultancy, advice, support and intervention to the team and wider professionals.
Multi-disciplinary team working and liaising with other secondary care services and external stakeholders as required.
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you’re passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification or search ‘ KMPT Careers Job ref: 380-MED-24-013-PERM’ . The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
For immediate consideration, please email your CV to tracey.durling@nhs.net
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