Speciality Doctor

Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?

With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme. We have an opportunity for a full-time Specialty Doctor to shape services at Cygnet Storthfield House in Derbyshire.

Cygnet Storthfield House is a 22‑bed specialist high‑support inpatient rehabilitation (level
2) service for men in Derbyshire. The service is dedicated to providing a high‑quality environment for promoting long‑term recovery.

From admission, our team focuses on maximising positive outcomes and recovery, with a clear path to the least restrictive environment. This includes preparing individuals for independent living or, for those needing continued support, our four‑bed step‑down service, The Sycamores, where they benefit from ongoing multidisciplinary team (MDT) support.

The service has 22 beds in total of which 9 are located on the ground floor suitable for individuals with some mobility issues. Located in South Normanton, two miles away from the busy Alfreton town centre, service users have access to all of the local amenities to ensure full integration into community life.

At Cygnet Storthfield House, our services offer more than just specialist treatments. We value service users as individuals, help enhance their interests and abilities, and engage with personal hobbies, past times and vocational goals.

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.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Job Title: Specialty Doctor

Service Line: Mental Health Rehabilitation (Level
2)

Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist

Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full‑time specialty doctor who will work in Cygnet Storthfield House. Storthfield House is a highly specialised inpatient rehabilitation (level
2) service which can support up to 22 adult inpatients and aims to provide a high‑quality environment for prompting long‑term recovery.

You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first‑class multidisciplinary team.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted residents
• Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of residents
• Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA and Patient Review meetings
• Maintain full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
• Prepare discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
• Attend all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S
• Communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors and any other concerned bodies; maintain appropriate…