Speciality Doctor (Male Acute)

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

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Job Title

Specialty Doctor

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Service Line

Male Acute

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Professionally Accountable to

Consultant Psychiatrist

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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 Churchill and provide psychiatric care on

Juniper Court

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our 17-bed acute service for men.

The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission.

Recovery is at the core of Cygnet Churchill. We offer a robust rehabilitation model of care, giving individuals access to a range of psychological interventions, facilities and activities to aid recovery. Most importantly, we lead with co-production; collaborating directly with the men we support to shape their care plans and their environment.

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, 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…

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Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients

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Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.

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Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required

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Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings

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Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions

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Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines

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Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.

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Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.

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Participating in the On call rota in line with the needs of the region

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

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Salary up to £90,000 per year (Depending on Experience)

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Generous annual leave entitlement

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5 days paid study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme

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Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary

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Contributory pension scheme

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Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet’s co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group

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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

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Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations

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Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card

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Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support

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Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy

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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...

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Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

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Preferably approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act & a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent

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Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis

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Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

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A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

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Committed to continued professional development

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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