Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist in Perinatal

Haringey GP Federation; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist to work in Perinatal Mental Health in Exeter. The role involves providing specialist mental health care, working in an eight-bed inpatient unit, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have GMC registration and experience in psychiatry, with a commitment to family-focused care. This full-time position includes opportunities for service development and research, within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for service development

Supportive work environment

Educational and research opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working in Perinatal Psychiatry is essential.
• Strong communication skills in both verbal and written forms.
• Flexibility and commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for patient assessments.
• Participate in ward reviews and team meetings.
• Provide cover during Consultant's absence.

Skills

GMC-registered doctor with psychiatry experience

Commitment to holistic, family-focused care

Ability to manage crises and act independently

Excellent clinical skills

Education

MB BS or equivalent

Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983

Job description

Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist in Perinatal

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of mothers and babies? Join our dedicated team at the Mother and Baby Unit (MBU) in Exeter and its linked Outreach Team, providing specialist mental health care during the perinatal period.

This unique role offers variety and impact working across an eight-bed inpatient unit and supporting families in the community. You will collaborate with a skilled multidisciplinary team, contribute to assessments and reviews, and help shape the future of perinatal mental health services.

This is a fixed term post for 12 months which offers 7.5 Programmed Activities.

• Work in a nationally commissioned specialist service.
• Opportunities for service development, education, and research.
• Supportive environment with strong administrative and clinical backing.

Main duties of the job

Therole of the Speciality doctor on the MBU includes being part of a MDT team andplaying an active part in the team meetings and ward reviews. The role includescompleting assessments and reviews of patients outside of these MDT meetings.

The postholder will also provide a degree of cover during periods when the Consultant is on leave. A named Responsible Clinician will always be allocated to provide oversight and be available on the ward if required, ensuring safe and supported clinical practice at all times.

What were looking for:

• GMC-registered doctor with psychiatry experience.
• Commitment to holistic, family-focused care.
• Driving licence for community visits.

About us

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent
• GMC registration.
• Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
• Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Research

• Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Personal Skills, Continuing Professional Development, Motivation, Practical Arrangements and Physical

• Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
• Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
• Punctuality/good time management.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Well organised.
• Commitment to process of CPD
• Ability to organise own learning/CPD
• Meets professional health requirements
• Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need
• Ability to critically examine practice.
• Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
• Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the post.

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
• Ability to manage crises and act independently.
• Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
• Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
• Ability to apply psychological
• models to practical situations.
• Evidence based knowledge of Perinatal psychiatry.
• Knowledge of clinical risk management.
• Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.

Experience

• Has completed at least four years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis)
• at least two of these years need to be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or
• the doctor has equivalent experience and competencies.
• Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of Perinatal Psychiatry

Clinical Governance

• Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.