A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Associate Specialist to work in an exceptional neurological service based in the St Neots, Cambridgeshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This hospital provides care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment
**To be considered for this position you must have an MRCPsychiatry or equivalent with full GMC registration**
As the Associate Specialist your key responsibilities include:
Assessments and admissions of new patients to the service
Obtaining collateral histories from other professionals and family
Formulating a diagnosis in conjunction with the MDT
Completing physical health assessments and working closely with our GP’s and Physical Health Nurse to improve the physical wellbeing of patient
Completing discharge letters/reports/SOAD forms
Support the adequate working of the Care Programme Approach and Care and treatment plans for service users
Work closely with our Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective, evidence-based prescribing
Liaise with external professionals ad work collaboratively with commissioners and external care teams to aid seamless transitions to the community
Contributing to the service development by participating in Clinical Governance activities, quality initiatives, audits, research and teaching
Under the supervision of the Consultant, provide leadership of the clinical team and preparing First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearing reports
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Experience in working in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams
To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists
To have had an Appraisal/RITA within the last year
At least 3 years’ experience in Psychiatry
Experience working as a doctor within a similar environment
The successful Associate Specialist will receive an excellent Competitive Salary. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Medical indemnity cover
The equivalent of 30 days of annual leave – plus your birthday off
Free meals
Wellbeing support and activities
Career development and training
Pension contribution
Life Assurance
Enhanced Maternity Package
Reference ID: 6952
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As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients’ individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse
Support registered nurses in the provision of a safe and caring environment
Perform a full range of manual and clerical duties
The Healthcare Assistant has the opportunity to develop within the role and undertake further training and development
Training:
You will be working towards a Nationally recognised Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship award qualification whilst gaining experience of working in a clinical team
You will achieve the Care Certificate and Functional Skills in English and maths (should you require them)
You will gain the ability to provide high quality individualised care to patients and be able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and other members of the healthcare team
You will join a long line of successful apprentices, some of whom are now training through apprenticeships to become registered nurses
Training will be a day release model every two weeks throughout the year
Training Outcome:
If you successfully complete all elements of the programme, you will be awarded a nationally recognised Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship Level 2 qualification
You can then progress onto further healthcare apprenticeship opportunities, Nursing Associate leading onto Registered Nurse
Employer Description:Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.Working Hours :It will include shift work - days, evenings and weekends on a rota, to be confirmed. 12 months refers to the length of the apprenticeship programme, these are permanent positionsSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
