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SalaryJob Title: Locum Psychiatrist (ST1 - ST3)
Employer: NHS Trust
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Locum Psychiatrist to join our team within the NHS Trust. As a Locum Psychiatrist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality psychiatric care to patients within our trust. This position is suitable for doctors in training from ST1 to ST3 level.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychiatric assessments and evaluations of patients.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Monitor and review the progress of patients under your care, making adjustments to treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Provide crisis intervention and management for patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Participate in regular clinical supervision and training sessions to support your professional development.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with trust policies and guidelines.
- Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, and relevant legislation in the provision of psychiatric care.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Medical degree from a recognized institution.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice in the UK.
- Membership or eligibility for membership with the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
- Completion of Foundation Year training (or equivalent) and progression to Specialty Training Level 1 (ST1) or higher in Psychiatry.
- Relevant experience in psychiatry, preferably within a hospital or clinical setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Understanding of and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
- Willingness to adhere to NHS Trust policies and procedures, including compliance with relevant quality and safety standards.
Additional Information:
- This is a locum position with a duration and working hours to be negotiated.
- Competitive rates and benefits packages available.
- Opportunities for further training and career progression within the NHS Trust.
The position may involve on-call duties and weekend shifts as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £45.00-£55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- GMC (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: PSYCHIATRY
