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    Consultant in Complex Care - Falmouth, United Kingdom - Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

    Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
    Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Falmouth, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    The Cober CMHT is situated in the West of Cornwall ( Falmouth Area) and provides assessment and treatment for all those over 75 with dementia and mental health disorders as well as for younger Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry needed to join our team of enthusiastic, welcoming psychiatrists in Cornwall.patients with dementia. It is a cohesive team and the post holder works closely with another full time consultant based in Penzance to provide cover to the West Cornwall Integrated Care Area.

    We are seeking individuals who are open to new ways of working, interested in developing services for the future, or who may be looking to consider research or teaching in addition to a clinical role.

    We are open to discussing relocation options with suitably qualified individuals.

    Main duties of the job

    The postholder and their consultant colleagues in the Mid Integrated Care Area will provide cross cover for leave arrangements.

    The postholder will care for both functional and organic patients in the community as well as providing input to the Memory Assessment Service. There are memory practitioners and Dementia Liaison Nurses who offer support to targeted care homes who also form part of the multi-disciplinary team.

    The home treatment team for the general adult psychiatry service will support people in crisis with functional mental illness with a view to preventing admission.

    The post links with the GP surgeries in the Mid Integrated Care Area.

    All referrals are deemed to be team referrals and are dealt with by the appropriate team member as determined by the individual circumstances at the time. Consultants in CFT are not required to act as care coordinator. One team manager covers the Mid Integrated Care Area.

    About us

    We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

    We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

    Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

    We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

    Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

    Job description
    Job responsibilities

    To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

    Person Specification
    Qualifications & Training
    Essential

  • Recognised basic Medical Degree
  • Full GMC Registration
  • Eligibility for Section 12 and AC Approval Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the Specialist Register or ST6 within 6 months of gaining CCT
  • Desirable

  • Relevant Higher Degree e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
  • Section 12 and AC Approval
  • Trainer Training to enable clinical and/or supervision of trainees
  • Experience
    Essential

  • Experience in assessing and treating patients with dementia and older persons with mental health disorders in out-patient and community settings
  • Knowledge and evidence of participation in CPD
  • Desirable

  • Experience of working across different services within mental health.
  • Other relevant experience, e.g. specific psychological therapies
  • End of life care experience.
  • Qualifications or experience in managing physical illness.
  • Skills
    Essential

  • Previous experience in taking a leadership role in multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high quality care and staff morale.
  • Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work.
  • Ability to appraise own performance Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Desirable

  • Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills.
  • Using standardised Dementia assessment instruments.
  • Knowledge
    Essential

  • Understanding of the management skills required to function successfully as a Consultant
  • Ability to use IT, including e-mail and the internet
  • Knowledge of risk management.
  • Understanding of policies and service systems for people with Dementia.
  • Knowledge of recent developments and drug advances in old age psychiatry applied for.
  • Desirable

  • Knowledge of recent changes in case law in relation to Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
  • Knowledge of recent changes in the NHS
  • Teaching
    Essential

  • Commitment to and experience of under graduate and postgraduate learning and multi-disciplinary teaching
  • Understanding of the principles of teaching.
  • Desirable

  • Organisation of further teaching programmes in medical education or multi professional education.
  • DipEd Postgraduate teaching qualification or equivalent.
  • Research and Audit
    Essential

  • Ability to critically appraise published research
  • Experience of carrying out an audit project
  • Desirable

  • Experience of involvement in a research project and publication
  • Experience of involvement in a research project and publication
  • Management
    Essential

  • Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS
  • Desirable

  • Evidence of management training
  • Previous management experience
  • Evidence of a management project
  • Aptitude and Personal qualities
    Essential

  • Positive attitude to people with dementia.
  • Ability to deal effectively with pressure
  • Thoroughness and attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
  • Reliable and honest Flexible approach to working practise
  • Positive approach to the job planning and appraisal process
  • Desirable

  • Evidence of Leadership Attributes
  • Motivational Skills
  • Commitment to service development
  • Commitment to enabling people with dementia to live well and to minimise the effects of social disability.
  • Evidence of involvement in partnership with the community e.g., Memory Cafes, dementia friendly community etc.
  • Other Requirements
    Essential

    Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post

  • Able to fulfil all duties of post including on-call
  • Satisfactory clearances from enhanced DBS disclosure and Health checks


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