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Opportunity for experienced Child & Adolescent specialist psychiatrists to join the NHS in one of the largest NHS healthcare Trusts in the UK. Rated outstanding by the CQC and winner of the prestigious HSJ Award for Provider of the Year - this is a fantastic NHS Trust to grow your career. Applications are open to experienced consultant psychiatrists in Community Child Psychiatry, including overseas IMG applicants. CESR is supported.
Working in a CQC ‘Outstanding’ rated Mental Health and Learning Disability Trust, you will make a difference in changing people’s lives across the North East of England.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?This NHS Trust provide a diverse range of specialist and generic health care services to both children and adults, their families and carers and we have a number of regional and national specialist services to England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. As an organisation they are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects both the local community and IMG community of psychiatrists. They are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
You will work with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, receive superb training and development opportunities with excellent staff benefits.
You will receive:
- A flexible approach to job planning to ensure work-life balance.
- Dedicated and protected SPA time.
- Excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and study leave arrangements.
- Relocation package available
- Focus on staff health and wellbeing
- A Global Digital Exemplar for Mental Health.
WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY OLD AGE PSYCHIATRY TEAM LIKE?
The Children and Young People’s Service provides a single service to all children and young people aged 0-18 years living in the city, and surrounding area, who present with mental health difficulties. This includes children and young people who may be living in difficult and challenging circumstances.
Services for children and young people with a learning disability are provided through collaboration between the Children and Young People’s Services and Community Learning Disability Team.
Services for children and young people experiencing psychosis are provided through collaboration between Children and Young People’s Services and the Early Intervention in Psychosis Team.
The service is also able to provide:
- Assessment, diagnosis and intervention on a range of mental health issues.
- Intensive response and home-based treatment for those children and young people whose mental health is causing significant concern.
- An intensive Eating Disorder Service to support children and young people on the eating disorder pathway who are at risk of an inpatient admission.
- A comprehensive transition support package to those young people who are approaching their 18th birthday and may need continuing support as adults.
- Training, consultation, support and advice to front line staff working in targeted services for children.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE AREA?
With beautiful countryside and coastline just minutes away, plenty of stunningly restored and regenerated architectural gems, museums, art galleries, shops, sports venues, and restaurants to enjoy, it is no wonder that this North East City is seen as a very desirable city to move to.
The Trust is located in the North East of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is one of the best value regions for housing and offers an excellent standard of living with accomplished schools and Universities.
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE ROLE:
Non-EEA:
- MRCPsych
- Consultant Experience in General Adult or Liaison Psychiatry
- Specialist certification in psychiatry
- Consultant Experience in General Adult or Liaison Psychiatry
- Experience in General Adult or Liaison Psychiatry
- Within 6 - 12 months from CESR
An opportunity for an experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a dedicated and passionate NHS community CAMHS team in the North West of England. Situated close to Manchester, and also the Lake District, this is a great location to join the NHS. Suitable for experienced Child Psychiatrists, the trust will support. CESR and consider both Specialty Doctor, Specialist Grade and Consultants to join their team depending on your situation and experience.
This full time post based within Tier 3 Generic CAMHS and ideal for experienced child & adolescent psychiatrists from the UK and overseas.
WHAT IS THE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST LIKE?
At the Trust, they are proud of their traditions around research, education and development of the Medical Workforce. They have within their Medical workforce, the RCPsych CESR Evaluator of the year, the RCPsych NW Trainer of the Year and the RCPsych Researcher of the Year!
They have an extremely active education/teaching programme which our Consultants enjoy supporting.
The Trust specialises in secure, inpatient and community mental health services. The NHS Foundation Trust covers the whole of the county and employs around 7,500 members of staff across more than 420 sites, working with a multitude of partners to provide health & wellbeing services. The Trust’s vision is to provide high quality care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Tier 3 CAMHS team is one of the 7 CAMH Services within this NHS Trust. There are good links with primary care, Children's Services, local schools and the Paediatricians at the nearby University Hospitals.
The post is within the tier 3 CAMHS team, which provided generic & outpatient CAMHS. The post holder will be involved in assessing, diagnosing and treating children and young people presenting with a range of mental health difficulties up to the age of 18 years.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
Situated close to Manchester, the trust operates in an area that includes the Lake District National Park with World Heritage Centre status. It provides opportunities for living in beautiful places and accessing a wide range of outdoor pursuits.
State and private schools have excellent reputations with a number of secondary and primary schools having outstanding Ofsted reports, being ranked as some of the highest in the country. Housing is affordable with many areas being significantly more competitive than the rest of the UK.
The Lake District, one of the most beautiful regions of the UK, is located in the heart of Cumbria, a predominantly rural county in the far north west of England.
World famous for its beautiful lakes and mountainous fells, carved out long ago by glaciers, the Lake District today is a playground for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THE TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
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MRCPsych
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST / HEALTH BOARD LIKE?
This NHS Trust provides a full range of mental health, community and physical healthcare services for children, adults and older people living in these London boroughs. They also provide some specialist services that are commissioned regionally, such as a medium secure services; and nationally, such as a specialist hospital for people with complex and severe personality disorder
This is an exciting time to be joining these London based Child and Adolescent Services with considerable change taking place across the region. In addition to the Neurodevelopmental Service transformation, the CAMH Service is active in a Phase 1 New Care Models Programme (focussed on improved use of Tier 4 beds and development of crisis interventions), development of Child Wellbeing Practitioners, Trailblazer for the new Mental Health Support Teams in Schools.
This NHS vacancy in CAMHS offers comprehensive Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, for children, young people and families in the 0-18 age range. It is a community based out patient service characterised by family centred and individually tailored treatment packages. There are close links with colleagues in Tier 2 CAMHS services, Acute and Community Paediatrics, Education, Social Services, Primary Care, and Adult Mental Health Services.
WHAT IS THE CAMHS NDT LIKE?The post-holder will join a multidisciplinary team, and will work alongside the 0.8 WTE Consultant Psychiatrists in the newly commissioned waiting list team, to support the transformation of the service, including a waiting list initiative. The team has been successful in a bid for additional funds to provide additional clinical staff and access to web-based assessment tools. This post offers specialist training in all aspects of assessment in relation to ASD, ADHD and tics disorders and there will be opportunities to run/ be part of groups in psychoeducation, do targeted pieces of therapy and offer medication clinics. There is available training to attend evidence-based specialist assessment and treatment courses for neurodevelopmental disorders.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THIS PART OF LONDON?
Perfectly placed for those who want to live in central London, just as much as those who would like to commute from the more rural outskirts, this location has a lot to offer. Schools are excellent and the region provides a safe, diverse and friendly place for professionals and families alike.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
This post is suitable for experienced child and adolescent consultants and specialty doctors looking to expand their horizons and grow their careers. CESR, Section 12 and AC are all supported in this post.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Board Certified Specialist in Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
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MRCPsych
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
Apply for a Full Time Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Speciality Doctor to join an established NHS team working in a generic community CAMHS setting. This is a great opportunity for experienced child & adolescent psychiatrist who is looking for a job within a service where they can establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their career towards being a consultant. CESR is supported.
This is also a very exciting time to be joining the trust following a recent achievement of outstanding with their CQC rating and being one of just five mental health and learning disabilities NHS trusts in England to hold an outstanding rating.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?
Over the years the quality of the mental health services and the achievements of the staff have been recognised nationally including the “Mental Health Trust of The Year Award” for 2020 at the Health Service Journal Awards.
In a recent NHS Staff Survey the trust achieved the best score for safety culture amongst mental health and learning disabilities trusts throughout the country. The staff have also said that they would recommend the trust as a place to work and as a place for their friends and family to receive care. They are driven by our values. If you believe in Respect, Kindness and a Positive outlook then you'll be right at home.
WHAT IS THE CAMHS DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The clinics accept referrals from a number of sources including General Practitioners, Social Workers, Health Visitors and Consultant Paediatricians. Referrals are processed through SPA (the Single Point of Access). The teams are multi-disciplinary including Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses, Child Psychotherapists, Systemic Therapists and Social Workers. These teams work on an outpatient model and currently receive approximately 65 referrals per month.
The Trust covers a mixed rural and urban area, including large and smaller towns. The area has excellent connections to London and the rest of the country. There are three major roads going North-South (the M1, the A1 and the A10). In addition the M25 passes through. Train services are also excellent with the journey time to London from some towns is less than 20 - 30 minutes.
Education is of a high standard. Currently more than 160,000 children are educated in the county’s network of 566 schools made up of 17 nursery schools, 426 primary schools, 9 middle schools, 78 secondary schools, 27 Special Schools and 8 Education Support Centres. Exam results and SATs continue to be above the national average and the ration of pupils to teachers is among the best in the shire counties. There is also a wide range of public/private schools to choose from.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
The combination of clinical practice and first-class academic connections means that medical professionals have a wide range of opportunities to develop their careers and achieve their aspirations. You will have access to leadership, teaching, educational and research opportunities for Continued Professional Develop (CPD).
If you are a new consultant you will receive mentoring and support from medical leads as well as access to a large peer group of enthusiastic and high-caliber Consultants.
In addition to the generous pension and annual leave that comes with NHS employment, the trust offers additional benefits to our staff including a salary sacrifice scheme enabling staff to drive a brand new car or purchase a new bike as well as an HMRC scheme enabling savings on registered childcare costs.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- MRCPsych
- Experience in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Experience in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
An opportunity for an experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with an interest in Learning Disability Psychiatry to join a dedicated and passionate NHS community CAMHS team in the North West of England.
This full time post could be based in one of several community CAMHS LD teams across the region, and will be agreed during the interview process based on preference.
This role is suitable for both UK based and overseas applicants, including those interested in completing CESR.
WHAT IS THE TRUST LIKE?
At this NHS Foundation Trust, they are proud of their traditions around research, education and development of the Medical Workforce. They have within their Medical workforce, the RCPsych CESR Evaluator of the year, the RCPsych NW Trainer of the Year and the RCPsych Researcher of the Year!
They have an extremely active education/teaching programme which our Consultants enjoy supporting.
The Trust specialises in secure, inpatient and community mental health services. The NHS Foundation Trust covers the whole of the county and employs around 7,500 members of staff across more than 420 sites, working with a multitude of partners to provide health & wellbeing services. The Trust’s vision is to provide high quality care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.
WHAT IS THE CAMHS LD TEAM LIKE?
The CAMHS team is one of the 7 CAMH Services within the NHS Foundation Trust. There are good links with primary care, Children's Services, local schools and the Paediatricians at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
The post is within the tier 3 CAMHS LD team, which provide Learning Disability Psychiatry to children up to the age of 18 years.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The trust operates in an area that includes a National Park with World Heritage Centre status. It provides opportunities for living in beautiful places and accessing a wide range of outdoor pursuits.
State and private schools have excellent reputations with a number of secondary and primary schools having outstanding Ofsted reports, being ranked as some of the highest in the country. Housing is affordable with many areas being significantly more competitive than the rest of the UK.
The region offers a county of contrasting landscapes, with wide, open spaces, diverse heritage and plentiful food and drink, covering 3,075 km2 of England’s North West.
There is something for everyone, with countryside, canals, coast and towns. Enjoy stunning views, quiet lanes, rare wildlife and the famous coastline.
Parts of the region have been voted as the best places to live in the UK by Channel 4 show Best Place to Live in the UK.
While most people might think Manchester, London and Leeds would be the ideal spots for people to settle down - this area is attracting many young professionals and families alike.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT LCSFT?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Experience or an interest in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Board Certified Specialisation in Psychiatry
- MRCPsych
- Experience or an interest in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Consultant Experience in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Experience or an interest in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
An opportunity for an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a dedicated and passionate NHS community CAMHS team in the North West of England.
This full time post based within Tier 3 Generic CAMHS and ideal for experienced child & adolescent psychiatrists from the UK and overseas.
WHAT IS THE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST LIKE?
At the Trust, they are proud of their traditions around research, education and development of the Medical Workforce. They have within their Medical workforce, the RCPsych CESR Evaluator of the year, the RCPsych NW Trainer of the Year and the RCPsych Researcher of the Year!
They have an extremely active education/teaching programme which our Consultants enjoy supporting.
The Trust specialises in secure, inpatient and community mental health services. The NHS Foundation Trust covers the whole of the county and employs around 7,500 members of staff across more than 420 sites, working with a multitude of partners to provide health & wellbeing services. The Trust’s vision is to provide high quality care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Tier 3 CAMHS team is one of the 7 CAMH Services within this NHS Trust. There are good links with primary care, Children's Services, local schools and the Paediatricians at the nearby University Hospitals.
The post is within the tier 3 CAMHS team, which provided generic & outpatient CAMHS. The post holder will be involved in assessing, diagnosing and treating children and young people presenting with a range of mental health difficulties up to the age of 18 years.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The trust operates in an area that includes the Lake District National Park with World Heritage Centre status. It provides opportunities for living in beautiful places and accessing a wide range of outdoor pursuits.
State and private schools have excellent reputations with a number of secondary and primary schools having outstanding Ofsted reports, being ranked as some of the highest in the country. Housing is affordable with many areas being significantly more competitive than the rest of the UK.
The Lake District, one of the most beautiful regions of the UK, is located in the heart of Cumbria, a predominantly rural county in the far north west of England.
World famous for its beautiful lakes and mountainous fells, carved out long ago by glaciers, the Lake District today is a playground for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THE TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- MRCPsych
- Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Applications are open for the post of Specialty Doctor providing input to an Inpatient Service for Children (13-18yo) with Learning Disabilities.
This CAMHS Specialty Doctor post offers the opportunity to join a well-established child and adolescent service committed to multidisciplinary working, which will offer you the chance to develop your career in a high quality services.
CAMHS Speciality Doctors interested in further specialisation and innovative practice within the Inpatient and LD sector should be interested in this role.
Post overview:
This post is for a Specialty Doctor with experience in CAMHS and LD to work on the specialist Inpatient Unit. The unit is 5 bedded and for children aged 13 - 18.
The CAMHS & LD Services provide a range of community-based and inpatient services including specialist LD Psychiatry services across several London Boroughs
You will be joining a several consultant and middle grade psychiatrists, as well as a fully complemented team with a range of other professional disciplines. The service is well led service and a recent successful CQC inspection demonstrates their commitment to good quality care and professional growth.
The full inspection report is rated as 'good' and the service meets all required standards of practice and staff well-being.
The service provides a range of specialist community as well as Children and Adult Specialist Inpatient Services to meet the needs of individuals with learning disabilities who present with behavioural impairment and / or mental health problems and / or Autistic Spectrum Conditions and / or forensic issues whose needs cannot be met within mainstream services.
The Trust:
The trust has a large catchment area in Central London. The population is reflective of London as a whole and is diverse, with over 100 languages spoken in the borough.
The trust is committed to improving patient and staff well-being, and will invest significantly in your career.
UK based candidates:
- CAMHS or LD experience
- CAMHS or LD experience
- MRCPsych
- CAMHS or LD experience
Applications are welcomed from UK based and international candidates - this is a great role to enhance your experience in CAMHS and LD, whilst working in a high performaing unit and trust.
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join an established and experienced multidisciplinary team CAMHS Inpatient Team in London. Applications from Specialty Doctors & Consultants with experience in Child Psychiatry are welcomed!
This vacancy is based in an established Adolescent Psychiatry ward which is a 16 bedded, Tier 4 Adolescent inpatient Unit within the London Sector. The Unit has undergone a CQC inspection in September 2017, and received a good rating in all domains.
The team has recently received the QNIC accreditation and the multidisciplinary staffing compliment meets QNIC standards.
Recently benefiting from redecoration of the ward and outdoors area, the physical environment of the service is a great place to work.
The post if suitable for overseas psychiatrists, including candidates who are pursuing CESR.
WHAT IS THIS NHS MENTAL HEALTH TRUST LIKE?
The NHS Trust is performing at a good level across all community and inpatient services, it provides integrated mental health services in London and also provides community health services in the catchment area.
They are a large provider of integrated mental health services, employing 3,359 staff with an annual income of £237 million. The trust serves a population of 1.2 million and operates services from five main inpatient sites and a further 25 sites in the community. Specialist services include regional forensic, eating disorders and adolescent inpatient services and a national stalking service.
Since 2011, the Trust has provided general community health services in the London Borough to adults and children to meet the physical healthcare needs of people in the community.
In 2014 they were awarded 'University Affiliated’ status, which facilitates stronger working relations, including the opportunity for experienced academics and experienced clinicians within the Trust to coproduce mental health education and research projects which meet the needs of local people. This agreement enhances the current partnership between the two organisations, demonstrating a strong commitment to education, research and development.
WHAT IS THE INPATIENT WARD & TEAM LIKE?
The Centre is managed by the Mental Health NHS Trust within its Specialist Service Line which also includes their London Forensic Service, Eating Disorder Service and Substance Misuse Services. They work very closely with local community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Adolescent CAMHS teams across the three boroughs and the Paediatric Liaison teams within the London Sector.
The service provides an inpatient service for adolescents with major mental health problems referred by CAMHS Tier 3/3.5 Services (usually by a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist). Moving towards the NCEL Partnership the referrals will be taken from the partnership area, moving from national commissioning.The age range of referrals taken is of young people from their 13th birthday to their 18th birthday.
The post holder will hold Clinical responsibility for 8-9 young people which will be decided on discussions with the consultant colleague in the unit.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN NORTH LONDON FOR PSYCHIATRISTS?
This great world city is far more than just the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. London is bustling, vibrant, multicultural and cosmopolitan. London is both old and new, a place where traditional pubs rub shoulders with the newest cocktail bars. Its most ancient castle is right next door to its newest skyscrapers.
London's energy, as 8.6 million people go about their everyday lives, is tangible in every journey on the Underground, every stroll through a market and every walk along the banks of the River Thames. From the royal parks to the theatre stage, London really does have it all.
Working as a psychiatrist in London brings a range of exciting prospects. You will have the opportunity to work in some of the best mental health trusts in the UK, who will offer you the opportunity to constantly grow your medical and scientific knowledge and skills. In London you will have the opportunity to work in a wide range of settings, and as you progress through your career, you will have more opportunity to shape the way you work; you can develop research, work part time or full time and can combine your career with a wide range of other interests.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THIS NHS TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
Participation in research and educational activities will be encouraged.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Board Certified Specialist in Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
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MRCPsych
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
Applications are invited for Middle Grade Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists within a Learning Disability Services. The post will be providing input to the Inpatient Service for Children (13-18yo) with Learning Disabilities.
The post offers the opportunity to join a well established and dynamic service committed to multidisciplinary working, and the development of high quality services in a number of different specialist areas. Innovation and commitment are welcome attributes in applicants.
The Learning Disability Services t provide a range of community-based and inpatient services including specialist LD Psychiatry services across 8 London Boroughs.
Successful applicant will be joining a dynamic group of Psychiatrists and other professional disciplines in well led service that is committed to good quality of care and professional growth.
Active research is underway and involvement is encouraged - the trust has strong links to a London based university.
Requirements for the role:
EEA candidates
- equivalent MD
- Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry
- MRCPsych
Opportunity to join the child & adolescent psychiatry services in a London based trust which is recognised both nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare.
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and forward thinking CAMHS network, within a trust that will invest in your career. They always aim to employ the highest calibre of psychiatrist, and they are looking for specialist psychiatrist to contribute to team growth, development and policy.
As a Specialty Doctor you will work closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist and will undertake initial history taking and mental state examination of young people.
You will work as part of a well established Multi-disciplinary team, and will require a positive and friendly approach, bringing good communication to your team. The team comprises of nursing staff, psychologists, therapists to name a few.
You will participate in clinical audit, collating, analysing and presenting data at clinical audit meetings and care conferences as directed by the Consultant.
General working hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:00 and will this role will include participating in the on call rota.
Requirements for the role:
EEA:
- Good experience in child & adolescent psychiatry
Non-EEA:
- MRCPsych
For more information please apply or get in touch.
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join an established and experienced multidisciplinary team CAMHS Community Mental Health Team in London. Applications from Specialty Doctors & Consultants with experience in Child Psychiatry are welcomed!
The community team is established within the London Sector and provides Generic CAMHS to a large catchment area.
The post if suitable for overseas psychiatrists, including candidates who are pursuing CESR.
WHAT IS THIS NHS MENTAL HEALTH TRUST LIKE?
This NHS Trust is performing at a good level across all community and inpatient services, it provides integrated mental health services in the area and also provides community health services.
They are a large provider of integrated mental health services, employing 3,359 staff with an annual income of £237 million. The trust serves a population of 1.2 million and operates services from five main inpatient sites and a further 25 sites in the community. Specialist services include regional forensic, eating disorders and adolescent inpatient services and a national stalking service.
Since 2011, the Trust has provided general community health services in London to adults and children to meet the physical healthcare needs of people in the community.
In 2014 they were awarded 'University Affiliated’ status, which facilitates stronger working relations, including the opportunity for experienced academics and experienced clinicians within the Trust to coproduce mental health education and research projects which meet the needs of local people. This agreement enhances the current partnership between the two organisations, demonstrating a strong commitment to education, research and development.
WHAT IS THE CAMHS TEAM LIKE?
The Community CAMHS Team Centre sits within the trusts Specialist Service Line which also includes the North London Forensic Service, Eating Disorder Service and Substance Misuse Services. They work very closely with local Inpatient Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and Adolescent CAMHS teams across the three boroughs, as well as the Paediatric Liaison teams within the London Sector.
CAMHS staff work alongside a range of other professionals, including medical services, schools, social services, and third sector organisations to provide consultation, advice and training.
This NHS job will be based in generic CAMHS, providing multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment of children and young people with mental health or severe emotional and behavioural difficulties. You will join one CAMHS team, part of seven teams which work closely together
Generic CAMHS provides assessment, treatment and support to children and young people aged 0-18 years and their families for a range of mental health, behavioural and emotional well-being needs. The service offers a range of individual, family and group based interventions.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN LONDON FOR PSYCHIATRISTS?
This great world city is far more than just the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. London is bustling, vibrant, multicultural and cosmopolitan. London is both old and new, a place where traditional pubs rub shoulders with the newest cocktail bars. Its most ancient castle is right next door to its newest skyscrapers.
London's energy, as 8.6 million people go about their everyday lives, is tangible in every journey on the Underground, every stroll through a market and every walk along the banks of the River Thames. From the royal parks to the theatre stage, London really does have it all.
Working as a psychiatrist in London brings a range of exciting prospects. You will have the opportunity to work in some of the best mental health trusts in the UK, who will offer you the opportunity to constantly grow your medical and scientific knowledge and skills. In London you will have the opportunity to work in a wide range of settings, and as you progress through your career, you will have more opportunity to shape the way you work; you can develop research, work part time or full time and can combine your career with a wide range of other interests.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THE TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
Participation in research and educational activities will be encouraged.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
-
Board Certified Specialist in Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
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MRCPsych
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT