Consultant Psychiatrist in CYPS

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  • Sunderland
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
This is a Consultant post in generic CYPS, based in Monkwearmouth Hospital. It is arising from a vacancy due to one of the Consultants moving to a different country.The post will involve providing Consultant input and leadership into Neurodevelopmental disorders diagnostics such as ADHD and Autism assessment and management as well mental health disorders in Child and adolescents, liaison with our inpatient CYPS services in Ferndene Unit, joint working and scaffolding the CYPS multidisciplinary team members and Junior doctors in the service alongside the other Consultants.The precise nature of the post will be discussed, jointly and mutually agreed with the candidate at the time of the appointment giving consideration to the service need as well as the candidate's interest and developmental needs.As such, the emphasis is on being a member of a clinical network within the service rather than the traditional, geographically-based "clinical team" model.Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.Main duties of the jobThe service has configured to meet the mental health needs of children and young people between 0 - 18 years across South Tyneside and Sunderland.The post holder will be expected to be involved in formulation of mental health difficulties, supporting the team with the diagnosis and developing a management plan.The post holder will be expected in supporting the team with risk assessments and devising a risk management plan.The post holder will be expected to work with primary care colleagues.The post holder will be expected to make decisions regarding the appropriate time of adding pharmacological interventions to treatment package.The post holder will be expected to work closely with our colleagues working in social care, attend strategy meetings when appropriate.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 posted27 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata for part timeContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number263-COM25-012Job locationsMonkwearmouth HospitalSunderlandSR5 1NBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe clinical responsibilities of the job will include chairing the Neurodevelopmental disorders diagnostic panel meetings including ASD, ADHD; ADHD medication initiation, titration and review clinicsPsychiatric assessment and management of children and young people aged 0-18 presenting with a range of mental health problems and disorders referred to the service.Administration responsibilities include appropriate documentation as required within the Trust systems.Face to Face appointments are essential, however on line consultation/telephone consultations, when appropriate, are encouraged.Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for further information. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe clinical responsibilities of the job will include chairing the Neurodevelopmental disorders diagnostic panel meetings including ASD, ADHD; ADHD medication initiation, titration and review clinicsPsychiatric assessment and management of children and young people aged 0-18 presenting with a range of mental health problems and disorders referred to the service.Administration responsibilities include appropriate documentation as required within the Trust systems.Face to Face appointments are essential, however on line consultation/telephone consultations, when appropriate, are encouraged.Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for further information.Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
  • Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
  • Approved Clinician Status
Desirable
  • MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
  • Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
  • Has undergone training in educational supervision
  • Has undergone training in appraisal
KnowledgeEssential
  • Up to date knowledge in the 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 multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
  • Experience in service management or development
SkillsEssential
  • High level of clinical skills
  • Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent teaching skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
  • Established record of clinical leadership
  • Established ability as a clinical teacher
  • Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal CharacteristicsEssential
  • Able to sustain self and support others
  • Trustworthiness, maturity, openness and flexibility
  • Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
  • Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
  • Approved Clinician Status
Desirable
  • MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
  • Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
  • Has undergone training in educational supervision
  • Has undergone training in appraisal
KnowledgeEssential
  • Up to date knowledge in the 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 multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
  • Experience in service management or development
SkillsEssential
  • High level of clinical skills
  • Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent teaching skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
  • Established record of clinical leadership
  • Established ability as a clinical teacher
  • Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal CharacteristicsEssential
  • Able to sustain self and support others
  • Trustworthiness, maturity, openness and flexibility
  • Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post

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