Consultant Psychiatrist General Adult Psychiatry (Community & PLT)

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  • Workington, Cumbria
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME.This is a new post for an adult for a consultant psychiatrist to provide medical input into the West Adult community Treatment and the Psychiatry Liaison Team located in Cumbria. Post holder will work along with multidisciplinary team covering the adult population in North-Cumbria. The post holder will provide senior clinical expertise in the assessment and treatment of individuals with complex mental health problems and what are termed as at-risk mental states.For further details / informal visits contact:Name: Dr Oladipupo OmolabiEmail: oladipupo.omolabi@cntw.nhs.ukTel: 0191 2875060Main duties of the jobThis is a full-time substantive Consultant post providing senior clinical and leadership input in the Adult Community Treatment and Psychiatry Liaison Teams. Post holder would be expected to work alongside other experienced consultants, nurses and other members of the MDT covering the working adult age population in the West of Cumbria. The post-holder is expected to:Participate in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the CTT.Be committed to delivering excellence in clinical care,Work effectively with the multidisciplinary community team and in-patient teams.Promote the safety and well-being of the patients we serve.To respect the rights and the dignity of patients.To consider the individual and cultural needs of patients andTo work with families and carers in the best interest of the patient (in line with the Trust Carers' Charter).About usWhy us?
  • Up to £8k relocation package
  • 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
  • Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
  • Remote working available as suits service needs
  • Dedicated and protected SPA time
  • Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
  • Teaching and research opportunities available
  • Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
  • Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
  • Employee Excellence awards
  • Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.DetailsDate posted11 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata for part timeContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number263-COM24-017-DJob locationsLillyhall Business CentreWorkingtonCA14 4HAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAs a Consultant Psychiatrist working in the Adult Community Treatment Team and PLT in Cumbria, you will have responsibility for the provision of safe and effective care and treatment which is evidence based. You will share the vision of integrated and multi-disciplinary working and actively engage in the development of the service through research and support.The post holder would be expected to be included on the specialist register (or eligible within 6 months) and Approved Clinician Status or able to achieve this within 3 months of appointment).Please read our attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on our exciting role available. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAs a Consultant Psychiatrist working in the Adult Community Treatment Team and PLT in Cumbria, you will have responsibility for the provision of safe and effective care and treatment which is evidence based. You will share the vision of integrated and multi-disciplinary working and actively engage in the development of the service through research and support.The post holder would be expected to be included on the specialist register (or eligible within 6 months) and Approved Clinician Status or able to achieve this within 3 months of appointment).Please read our attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on our exciting role available.Person SpecificationQualifications/EligibilityEssential
  • MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Registration with GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
  • Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion or included within six months of CCT/CESR
  • Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 OR able to achieve within three month of appointment
  • Approved Clinician Status OR able to achieve within three month of appointment
Desirable
  • MRCPsych
  • Possess a CCT/CESR in Psychiatry
  • Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
  • Has undergone training in educational supervision
  • Has undergone training in appraisal
KnowledgeEssential
  • Up to date knowledge in the relevant field of Psychiatry
  • Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
  • An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of multidisciplinary team working
  • Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
  • Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
  • Experience in multi-agency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
  • Experience in service management or development
SkillsEssential
  • High level of clinical skills
  • Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the adult population
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
  • Excellent teaching skills
Desirable
  • Established ability as a clinical teacher
  • Established record of clinical leadership
  • Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal CharacteristicsEssential
  • Able to sustain self and support others
  • Trustworthiness
  • Maturity, openness and flexibility.
  • Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form
  • Honesty and integrity
Person SpecificationQualifications/EligibilityEssential
  • MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Registration with GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
  • Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion or included within six months of CCT/CESR
  • Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 OR able to achieve within three month of appointment
  • Approved Clinician Status OR able to achieve within three month of appointment
Desirable
  • MRCPsych
  • Possess a CCT/CESR in Psychiatry
  • Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
  • Has undergone training in educational supervision
  • Has undergone training in appraisal
KnowledgeEssential
  • Up to date knowledge in the relevant field of Psychiatry
  • Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
  • An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of multidisciplinary team working
  • Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
  • Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
  • Experience in multi-agency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
  • Experience in service management or development
SkillsEssential
  • High level of clinical skills
  • Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the adult population
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
  • Excellent teaching skills
Desirable
  • Established ability as a clinical teacher
  • Established record of clinical leadership
  • Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal CharacteristicsEssential
  • Able to sustain self and support others
  • Trustworthiness
  • Maturity, openness and flexibility.
  • Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form
  • Honesty and integrity

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