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Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust
About
Established in April 2006, Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust is an integrated health and social care Trust specialising in the provision of mental health services throughout Kent. The Trust serves a population of approximately 1.8 million people across a mix of urban and rural areas and socio-economic groups.
We aim to provide effective, efficient and high quality care to all clients and the services provided include assessment of need, support, individual or group programmes of care, education and the promotion of mental health issues. These services are provided in a variety of locations including inpatient units, community homes, mental health centres, day treatment units and in clients' own homes. Our Care Programme Approach has encouraged clients to become fully involved in their own programme of care. This ensures that their views and wishes and those of their families and carers are reflected in their treatment of care.
Our Vision
The Trust aims to deliver quality through partnership. Creating a dynamic system of care, so people receive the right help, at the right time, in the right setting with the right outcome.
Our Values
Respect
We value people as individuals, we treat others as we would like to be treated.
Open
Work in a collaborative , transparent way.
Accountable
We are professional and responsible for our actions.
Working Together
We work together to make a difference for our service users.
Innovative
We find creative ways to run efficient, high quality services.
Excellence
We listen and learn to continually improve our knowledge and ways of working.
Locum Specialty Doctor – Ashford Liaison
Accepting applications until: 13-Nov-2024 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 13-Nov-2024 23:59
Key details
Location
- Gwefan
- William Harvey Hospital
- Cyfeiriad
- Kennington Road
- Tref
- Ashford
- Cod post
- TN24 0LZ
- Major / Minor Region
- Kent
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Fixed term: 6 months (6 months in the first instance with possible extension up to 12 months following review.)
- Oriau
- Part time - 24 hours per week (6PA)
Salary
- Cyflog
- £59,175 - £95,400 pro rata per annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yearly
- Gradd
- (NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor)
Specialty
- Prif leoliad
- Medical
The CQC rates us as an Outstanding organisation for Caring with an overall rating of Good
Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) offer a range of ongoing benefits to our valued workforce. From an active health and wellbeing programme to regular recognition events, we work hard to provide varied benefits that make a difference to your work-life balance.
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
We are seeking a dedicated Speciality doctor in Psychiatry to join our friendly and supportive team here in the East Kent Liaison Psychiatry Service!
As a Doctor in Liaison Psychiatry, you will be involved in delivering a high-quality clinical service to patients presenting with mental health problems to the A&e department and wards of the general hospital. You will see patients aged over 18 attending with a diverse variety of clinical presentations.
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is a large provider of acute and specialist services that serves a population of over 750,000 across Dover, Canterbury, Thanet, Shepway and Ashford. You will be working at one of the two main hospitals – William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, or Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital in Margate.
You will work collaboratively with a team of professionals who work as a single point of contact for the mental health needs of patients attending the Emergency Department or admitted to the hospital.
Successful applicants should preferably have four years of experience as a qualified doctor, with two years in Psychiatric roles. Contact us if you are unsure whether your experience would qualify. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and preferably be approved under S12(2) under the Mental Health Act (or be working towards this in your PDP).
Advert
1. To provide psychiatric care to patients referred to the Liaison Psychiatry Service.
2. To provide medical input to the Multidisciplinary Liaison Team.
3. Availability to act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for the purpose of Mental Health Act assessments – where approved. If not approved then to work towards Section 12(2) approval.
4. To ensure effective liaison occurs between mental health services and the acute hospital, and also with other agencies in the voluntary and statutory sectors as appropriate.
5. To help deliver a programme of training and education for acute hospital staff and mental health staff.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.
Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our Benefits:
- Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kent’s own Medical school
- Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
- Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme – Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
- Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
- Free access to an independent counselling service
- Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
- Car lease scheme
- A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: [email protected]
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Meini prawf hanfodol
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
Meini prawf dymunol
- MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
ELIGIBILITY
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
Meini prawf dymunol
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
TRANSPORT
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Meini prawf hanfodol
- At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
- Good knowledge in specialty
- Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
- Good oral and written communication skills in English
Meini prawf dymunol
- Postgraduate experience in specialty
ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit
Meini prawf dymunol
- Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Participated in research or service evaluation
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Shows empathy and sensitivity.
- Copes under pressure.
- Works co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Manages own time, workload and prioritises work
- Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
LEADERSHIP
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
- Able to deputise for consultant psychiatrist.
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
Further details / informal visits contact
- Enw
- Dr Aaliya Majeed
- Teitl y swydd
- HOP
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01233651886
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