Consultant in Perinatal Psychiatry

Hello!

We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).

We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, 'I've seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.' We're on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.

Opportunities for you

Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we've got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.

We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there's lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks:

• Cultural diversity staff network
• Disabled staff network
• LGBT+ staff network

We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These include:

• Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
• Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
• Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group

We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.

Job overview

At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Consultant Psychiatrist in this new post dedicated to Perinatal Psychiatry in North Cumbria following a consultant retirement. The previous role had been in both Perinatal and Community Psychiatry.

The successful candidate will join the dynamic multidisciplinary team, established 6 years ago and they will provide senior medical input to the team, holding two weekly outpatient clinics at various sites in North Cumbria. They will support the team and be available for liaison and case discussions.

This post is for 5 PA, however we would be happy to support candidates to increase the number of PA's worked if desired as there are opportunities within the Community Treatment Team.

Online consultation is embedded due to the demographics of Cumbria, and this supports timely clinical input.

The Team provides assessment, intervention and care co-ordination for women suffering with or at risk of experiencing moderate to severe mental illness either during pregnancy or up to one year postpartum. The Team works closely with colleagues in universal services, Maternal Mental Health, Obstetrics, Health Psychology, IAPT and Social Care.

Main duties of the job

You will work with the multidisciplinary team, hold weekly outpatient clinics assessing direct referrals from G.P.'s, Psychiatrists and Obstetricians, or from the CPN's in the Perinatal Team. They will use new ways of working and participate in the review of patients within the Perinatal Community Mental Health Team. Some patients will be reviewed at home and others referred by the team may be reviewed in the outpatient clinics.

You will provide or ensure referral to the appropriate service for the provision of up-to-date evidence-based interventions. Additionally, they will assess and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act (Section 12(2) approved) and act as a Responsible Clinician for detained patients and they will provide cross-cover for other perinatal consultants within the trust.

You will have your own office space and will be supported by a medical assistant and/or medical secretary. This is a part time post however we would be happy to support candidates to carry out additional sessions with the community team.

For a discussion about the role (in confidence) or visits please contact:

Name: Dr Elizabeth Davis

Email: elizabeth.davis@cntw.nhs.uk

Tel: 0191 2875235

Working for our organisation

Why 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 www.thriveatcntw.co.uk

When you work for CNTW, you will work for a Trust that has been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC and is ranked 1st nationally in GMC trainer survey for the support provides to trainers. You will make a difference in changing people's lives. You will join a medical workforce that is passionate about providing care and receive superb training and development opportunities and excellent staff benefits.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This part time Consultant Psychiatrist post will be dedicated to Perinatal Psychiatry in North Cumbria. The successful candidate will join the dynamic multidisciplinary team, established 6 years ago and they will provide senior medical input to the team. They will hold two outpatient clinics per week at various sites in North Cumbria, supporting the team and being available for liaison and case discussions.

This post is for 5 PA, however we would be happy to support candidates to increase the number of PA's worked if desired as there are opportunities within the Community Treatment Team.

The post holder will provide senior medical input and typically see one new patient and 2 follow-ups per outpatient clinic. They will liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team and be available for case discussions on a daily basis. The team uses online consultations due to the geography of the area to facilitate timely assessments and reviews. The post holder will have time in their clinics to be able to respond to urgent cases should this be required.

There are 5 programmed activities (1.5 SPA including CPD). We would be happy to support candidates to increase the number of PA's worked if desired as there are opportunities within the Community Treatment Team.

Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.

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.

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria

• MBBS (or equivalent)
• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• Registered as a Specialist in Psychiatry on GMC Specialist Register (or are eligible for such inclusion) or within six months of gaining CCT
• Approved under the section 12 (2) of the Mental Health Act or equivalent, or willing and eligible to apply for approval
• Approved Clinician status

Desirable criteria

• Another post-graduate qualification (other than MRCPsych)
• Specialist training in Perinatal Mental Health

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Up-to-date knowledge in the field of Perinatal Psychiatry
• Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy and legislation

Desirable criteria

• Specialist interest in an area relevant to Perinatal Psychiatry
• Completion of training related to Perinatal Mental Health
• Specialist interest as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies

Experience

Essential criteria

• Prior experience of providing clinical care for women in the perinatal period
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Experience of community oriented services for people with severe mental illness
• Experience of undertaking audit and applying findings to improve patient care

Desirable criteria

• Wide clinical experience of Perinatal Psychiatry both in an inpatient and community
• Experience of multiagency work, especially with user, carer and voluntary organisations
• Experience in service management development
• Experience of working with other organisations at regional or national levels

Skills

Essential criteria

• High level of clinical skill
• Ability to work constructively in multidisciplinary teams and multiagency systems
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to working with users, carers and voluntary organisations
• Ability to teach
• Ability to critically appraise published research and apply to clinical practice

Desirable criteria

• Established record of clinical leadership
• Established ability as clinical teacher in a variety of settings
• Established ability to research and/or audit
• Specific treatment modality skills

Personality

Essential criteria

• Maturity, openness and flexibility
• Able to manage time, workload and prioritise
• Ability to sustain self and support others
• A person-centred, holistic approach

Desirable criteria

• Enthusiasm for work with severely mentally ill people
• Commitment to working with users, carers & voluntary organisations

Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 793.4KB)
• Flexible Working (PDF, 501.4KB)
• Tips on how to complete your application (PDF, 171.4KB)
• Reference Guidelines for Applicants - Please Read (PDF, 20.0KB)
• Interview Guarantee Scheme (PDF, 127.3KB)
• Join Us - CNTW (PDF, 2.6MB)