Specialty Doctor (Crisis/Primary Care)

Job summary
We are seeking to appoint to a Specialty Doctor post within Adult Mental Health Services, based in Scunthorpe and covering the area of North Lincolnshire. The Trust provides a comprehensive adult, child, older adult, learning disability, and community forensic mental health services to Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire. It also provides Community Physical Health Services and Substance Misuse Services in Doncaster.

The team in North Lincolnshire is keen to welcome applications from dynamic psychiatrists with a progressive approach to MDT working, to provide medical input to patient care for adults of working age in our Acute Care Pathway.

Applicants must have at least 4 years experience in psychiatry post-graduation. They should have evidence of good communication skills and a commitment to multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working.

This post will work in a team which aims to support people as close to home as possible during mental health crisis, avoid admission where possible, and work to support people being early-discharged from inpatient wards to home to continue treatment. The doctor will also work to support the intended development of our Open Access service which will start to provide a meaningful alternative to people being assessed in A&E from September 2026 and will be done in collaboration with local mental health third sector organisations and peer support workers.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct initial psychiatric assessments, mental state examinations, and risk assessments for new patients.
• Formulate treatment plans in collaboration with consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case discussions.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring adherence to NICE guidelines.
• Manage medical emergencies and liaise with general medical teams as required.
• Work closely and communicate effectively with others involved in patient care.
• Participate in discharge planning and liaise with community mental health teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Opportunity to supervise and teach medical students and junior colleagues.
• To attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement projects, and service development initiatives where appropriate.
• To support and participate in the scheme of Clinical Governance within the service.
• The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to evidence based practice and to the application of NICE guidelines and Trust guidelines relevant to patients.
• To comply with Trust policies, procedures and to contribute to the formulation of Trust clinical policies as appropriate.
• To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
• To participate fully in the Clinical Governance activity of the service.

About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: Apply through our website

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: Apply through our website

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more: Apply through our website

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: Apply through our website

Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration with the GMC with a license to practise

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: -That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; -have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5 If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence.

Desirable

• Clinical supervision experience/skills. The aptitude and potential to develop a leadership role within the service with special emphasis on leading on quality and clinical standards and engaging in service improvement
• Ability to undertake training/mentoring of medical staff in junior grades and enthusiasm for education
• Qualification in Medical Education

Further Training
Essential

• Knowledge of research processes
• Committed to Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems

Additional Requirements
Essential

• Able to travel between hospital sites and work within the community. Ensuring that you are able to your commitments and respond to emergencies in an appropriate and timely manner
• Occupational health clearance for the role specified
• Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

Desirable

• Approved or eligible for approval under Section 12(2) of MHA 1983 and eligible for approval as AC
• Access to motor vehicle with appropriate license

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience within General Adult Psychiatry
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings
• Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Evidence of development of special interest
• Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care
• Other special interest/expertise relevant to the post

Values
Essential

• Passionate
• Reliable
• Caring and Safe
• Empowering and Supportive of Staff
• Open, transparent and values
• Progressive

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).