Consultant In Old Age Psychiatry- Dorset

About Pulse Mental Health: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency specialising in mental health services. We are dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities in psychiatry. Our mission is to support mental health professionals in finding fulfilling roles where they can make a positive impact on individuals and communities.

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry to join our team in Weymouth, Dorset. This is a locum role contracted for 2 months. The Consultant will play a crucial role in providing expert psychiatric care to older adults, contributing to the enhancement of mental health services in Weymouth, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations of older adult patients.
• Develop personalised treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and clinical expertise.
• Provide specialised psychiatric care, including medication management, psychotherapy, and cognitive assessments, to address the unique needs of older adults.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including geriatricians, nurses, psychologists, and social workers, to coordinate care and ensure holistic support for patients.
• Lead and participate in case conferences, team meetings, and clinical supervision sessions to review patient progress, discuss treatment strategies, and optimise outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of service improvements and innovations to enhance the quality and effectiveness of psychiatric care for older adults.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Section 12, Approved clinician
• Completion of specialist training in Psychiatry and eligibility for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Extensive experience and expertise in providing psychiatric care to older adults, with a focus on Old Age Psychiatry.
• Strong clinical skills in conducting psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of Old Age Psychiatry.

Benefits:

• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training events
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry looking for a rewarding opportunity in York, we invite you to apply by submitting your resume below. 

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We have abundant consultant-grade positions for locum and permanent positions across the country in various settings and locations.

This role may not tick all the boxes for you, but we’re confident we can find something that perfectly matches your skills and requirements.

Please register today to explore our opportunities or contact the team for more information at 01992 305640 or email us at psychiatry@pulsejobs.com.

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