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Join us as a Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Inpatients, Beechwood Ward. This is a replacement post. Beechwood ward is an adult male inpatient treatment ward
This role involves the management of complex cases, assessing diagnostic uncertainty and instituting management plans and is supported by a full MDT.
It will require assessment of referrals/admissions with liaison with the forensic mental health team as well as creating care plans and treatment formulation, guidance on evidence-based treatment and effectiveness.
There are endless opportunities for your career here. As a Trust we are leading national studies on trauma and psychosis, and our growing research partnerships with local universities means plenty of opportunities to get involved in research. You’ll also inspire the next generation of psychiatrists through supervision of career grade and resident doctors, with opportunities to get involved in teaching.
Applications are welcome from both experienced and new consultants, and we can offer relocation packages.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the role are as follows: • To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to resident doctors as agreed between consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trust’s policies and procedures. • To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients. • To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively. • To participate in service and business planning activity for the locality and, as appropriate, for the whole mental health service. • To participate in annual appraisal for consultants. • The post holder will be expected to have Approved Clinician Status, or be eligible to apply for approval, and will be expected to maintain this in order to act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the MHA. • To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on this role please see the attached supporting information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration and inclusion on the specialist register in Mental Health or Specialty Trainees within 6 months of completing CCT
- A postgraduate qualification in Psychiatry e.g. Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Eligible for Approved Clinician status and Approval under section 12 of the Mental Health Act
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This advert is for Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Inpatients, Beechwood Ward with Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust in Coventry, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Psychiatry role. The advertised salary is £113565.00 to £135645.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Aug 2026.
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