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Consultant Psychiatrist - Female Low Secure (Part Time)Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.We have an excellent part time / 3 days per week opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Bury. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician in our Female Low Secure and Deaf Service.Lower West Ward is a 12 bedded low secure ward for women. The service offers individualised assessment, care and treatment of a wide range of mental disorders, alongside complex communication needs and supports both hearing and Deaf women.In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment - fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.Your role responsibilities...Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDTAssess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service usersUndertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatmentParticipate in ward rounds & clinical auditsLead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governanceSupervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearingsParticipate in the second on-call rota (1 in 13 weekdays/ 1 in 15 weekends)Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays5 Study leave 'support with CPD opportunitiesOpportunity to undertake further learning and developmentMedical indemnity coverCompany paid life assurance schemeContributory pension schemeFree meals on duty & cycle to work schemeAccess to the NHS Discount SchemeSmart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checksRelocation package will also be consideredWe are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedRegistered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC StatusExperienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.What next?If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr