Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMEO Early Intervention Service
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Main area: Psychiatry
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref: 310-MED-6536868-A
Site: 169 London Rd
Town: Peterborough
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/10/2024 23:59
Job overview
The post is based in the CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough. CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service for people aged 14-65 who are experiencing a first-episode psychosis. The focus is on recognising and treating psychotic experiences early to provide better outcomes and an improved chance of recovery. CAMEO provides a range of needs, including educational and vocational plans, as well as assistance with housing, finances, and leisure activities.
The psychological approaches include cognitive behaviour therapy, group and individual work, family work, and a range of interventions to help people return to college, work, and develop social skills. It also offers assessment and treatment for individuals at risk of developing psychosis. CAMEO accepts direct referrals from any source, including patients and relatives, and has strong links with the University of Cambridge.
The post holder will be one of two consultant psychiatrists in the team, providing assessment and treatment for all patients with early psychosis in their area. They will work alongside a multidisciplinary early intervention in psychosis team, including psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, and support workers.
In addition to direct clinical care, the post holders are expected to be active in teaching and training, including medical students, staff members, and psychiatry trainees. Depending on their interests, there are opportunities to be involved in management, service development, psychological and family interventions, and teaching.
Working for our organisation
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion. We deliver many NHS services in community settings, including mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, and substance misuse.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Clinical Responsibilities
The post holder will provide clinical leadership to the CAMEO service, contributing to the assessment and treatment of patients with early symptoms of psychosis. They will facilitate accurate diagnosis and timely interventions, ensuring that treatment aligns with NICE guidelines and the recovery model.
Post holders are required to maintain Section 12(2) status and Approved Clinician status and have a comprehensive awareness of Mental Health legislation. They will participate in Mental Health Act assessments and share Responsible Clinician status for patients on supervised community treatment orders.
The post holder is expected to embrace a multidisciplinary approach to care, actively contributing to MDT meetings and collaborating with team members, care coordinators, and other services.
The CAMEO consultant will support research activities within the service and ensure care is delivered to the highest quality, contributing to clinical governance activities and overall service development.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- Approved Clinician Status or eligible to attend training
- MRCPsych or equivalent
Entry criteria for the grade
- Specialty Registration in specialty
- CCT in relevant specialty or within 6 months of attainment of Higher Training CCT at time of interview
- Equivalent experience and competencies recognised by GMC
Experience
- Proven experience of good working relationships
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Experience of teaching and supervision of doctors in training
- Publications in the field of psychiatry
- Previous experience working in early intervention services
Skills Knowledge and Ability
- Knowledge of policy and legislation relating to mental health.
- Knowledge on Early Intervention Services in Psychosis
Qualities and Attributes
- Ability to demonstrate/develop an understanding of service within the wider context of NHS Mental Health Services.
- Experience of developing services in a constantly changing environment.
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