Job summary
Are you an outstanding Junior Doctor looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?
As a Resident Medical Officer, youll play a crucial role providing on call and day shift cover for Cygnet Hospital Colchester.
Please note this is a one-year Fixed Term Contract.
In this role, you'll be covering 3 non-residential on-calls per week (weekday on-calls {5 pm 9 am} and weekend day on-calls {9 am 9 am}) at Cygnet Hospital Colchester.
When not on on-calls, you will be working 9 am 5 pm on weekdays covering different wards at Cygnet Colchester, depending on service needs.
Cygnet Hospital Colchester in a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others, every day.
Main duties of the job
- ECGs
- Bloods
- NG tubing
- Patient admissions
- Patient assessments
- Risk assessments
- Mental health assessments
About us
Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
Details
- Date posted: 26 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £65,000 to £65,000 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VPD67F353D
- Job locations: Colchester, CO4 5HF, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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Are you an outstanding Junior Doctor looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?
Asa Resident Medical Officer,youll play a crucial role providing on call and day shift cover for Cygnet Hospital Colchester.
Please note this is a one-year Fixed Term Contract.
In this role, you'll be covering 3 non-residential on-calls per week (weekday on-calls {5 pm 9 am} and weekend day on-calls {9 am 9 am}) at Cygnet Hospital Colchester.
When not on on-calls, you will be working 9 am 5 pm on weekdays covering different wards at Cygnet Colchester, depending on service needs.
Cygnet Hospital Colchester in a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others, every day.
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In the role, youll carry out
- ECGs
- Bloods
- NG tubing
- Patient admissions
- Patient assessments
- Risk assessments
- Mental health assessments
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
- Salary up to £65,000 per year (depending on experience)
- Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
- 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
- Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
- Contributory pension scheme
- Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
- Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
- Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
- Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
- Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
- Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
- Electric Car Scheme
We are looking for someone who is...
- Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualif ied
- An excellent clinical decision maker, with sound judgement, the ability to manage risk & know when to ask for help
- Experienced in Psychiatry
- Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
- Committed to continued professional development
Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply.
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