CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist; Part-time

Cygnet Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist (Part-time)

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield

We are seeking an experienced part‑time Consultant Psychiatrist (any 2.5 days per week) to provide senior medical cover on Pegasus Ward, a 13‑bed general adolescent acute service.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients, audit services, and ensure quality in accordance with GMC standards and other professional guidelines.

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Pegasus ward
• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi‑disciplinary team
• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers’ hearings & attend hearings
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required
• Good maintenance of patient records
• Communicate regularly with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• Communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Contribute to the Telephone On call rota

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
• Experienced & knowledgeable in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and mental health diagnosis
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
• A first‑rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

• Salary up to £87,500 per year (£175,000 per year FTE)
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in‑house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3× salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities including publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Teaching opportunities including medical students, Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
• Company Funded Cash plan – up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK and free online fitness classes with Class Pass, Nutritional Programme & Fitness Consultation
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on‑site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24‑hour GP service with option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check, and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

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