Senior House Officer - Psychiatry

Job Title: Locum SHO Psychiatrist

Location: [Specify location(s) within NHS Trust]

Position Type: Locum, Full-time/Part-time

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Locum Senior House Officer (SHO) Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team within the [NHS Trust Name]. This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the provision of high-quality psychiatric care to our diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations of patients presenting with a range of mental health conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including consultants, nurses, psychologists, and social workers.
• Provide ongoing psychiatric care and management, including medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as necessary.
• Monitor and review the progress of patients, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and clinical reviews to contribute to holistic patient care and treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and confidentiality regulations.
• Liaise with external agencies, including primary care providers, community mental health teams, and voluntary organizations, to facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients.
• Contribute to the teaching and supervision of junior medical staff, medical students, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Engage in continuous professional development activities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills, staying abreast of developments in psychiatry and mental health care.
• Adhere to Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines, promoting a culture of patient safety, quality improvement, and service excellence.

Requirements:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a valid license to practice psychiatry in the UK.
• Completion of Foundation Year 2 (FY2) training or equivalent experience in psychiatry.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of mental health disorders across the lifespan.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with patients and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare practice.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and evenings, as required by service needs.
• Previous experience working within the NHS or a similar healthcare setting is desirable but not essential

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £45.00-£50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• No weekends
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PSYCHIATRY