Specialty Doctor in Adult Inpatient Psychiatry
| Posting date: | 17 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £61,542.00 to £99,216.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £61542.00 - £99216.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 September 2025 |
| Location: | London, HA1 3UJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9333-25-1159 |
Summary
Assessment (including assessment of risk), treatment and management of adults with mental health problems (functional and organic) admitted to the ward. Treatment, using a sound knowledge of the evidence for pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, in accordance with NICE and relevant guidance. Formulating specialist opinion about a bio-psycho-social care plan. Contribution to Care Quality through audit and relevant participation in local and Trust wide care quality fora and processes Active involvement in teaching of undergraduate medical students Supervising the clinical work of Core Psychiatric Trainee, and multidisciplinary colleagues. Provide support to staff in the different applications of Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act. Supporting Consultant Psychiatrist in chairing CPA meetings and Ward Rounds, Best Interest Meetings; and presenting in MHA Tribunals/Managers Hearing. Supporting the MDT team to provide the best clinical care for patients Accurate record keeping according to Trust and professional guidelines. For full list of responsibilities, please see Job Description