We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated Consultant to work in the Inpatients/Crisis Team based at the Stonebow Unit, Hereford.

You will cover approximately 12 patients on mixed general adult Mortimer Ward and 1x/week Crisis Team and be supported by 2 junior doctors, ANP and/or ST4 trainee. Mortimer Ward is undergoing refurbishment to provide a modern, therapeutic environment for acute adult patients. You will be delivering ECT alongside other consultants and join 1 in 11 on-call rota. You will have a dedicated office and a secretary.

The Trust is committed to delivering the best mental health care and support the leadership development of their clinicians. We aim to reflect the diversity of our population and practice social inclusion. The overall sessional pay with on-call commitments will be 11 PA+ 1PA retention+1%+3%.

The county of Herefordshire is a classic mix of rural and city living and can provide an excellent work/life balance.

This post has been deemed by the Trust as eligible for relocation expenses which will be applicable for suitable successful candidate(s). Please see attached policy for more information.

Interviews are scheduled for 31st October 2024.

Main duties of the job

Mortimer Ward is a 20 bed mixed gender ward, admitting on average 5 patients a week, 60% of the patients are detained. The 2 Consultants covering the ward share the caseload, the vacancy is for covering the South of Herefordshire. This post is well-established and for many years filled by long-term colleagues it became available due to an early retirement of the previous consultant. There is a weekly local teaching programme and a Trusts Grand Rounds monthly. You will be supported in your CPD and development of a special interest. You will be joining a supportive, cohesive group of consultants who work together to provide the services locally.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours

Flexible and agile working opportunities

Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support

Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)

Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes

Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge about the NHS and understanding the evidence base underpinning the delivery of high quality services.

Additional criteria

Essential

• Able to drive or to provide own transport to meet the requirements of the post.

Experience

Essential

• Provision of high quality mental health services, as trainee or Consultant.
• Previous experience of working in a clinical leadership role with positive relationships with team members.

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• CCT holder or equivalent (or within 6 months of becoming eligible for CCT)
• Current full registration with the GMC (or eligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment).
• GMC Licence to practice.
• MRC Psych (or equivalent)
• Approval (or eligible for approval) under Section 12 (2) of the Mental Health Act.

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Stonebow Unit

Hereford

HR1 2ER

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