Consultant Psychiatrist
- Cygnet Health Care
- Maidstone, Kent
- Jan 24, 2022
Full time
Healthcare & Medical
Job Description
Job details
Posting date: 19 January 2022
Salary: £120,000 per year
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 17 February 2022
Location: Maidstone, ME14 5FT
Company: Cygnet Health Care
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 21786
Summary
Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?
We have an excellent part-time (4 days per week) opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state-of-the-art, 63 bed mental health facility for adults situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone.
In this role you will be working on Kingswood Ward, our adult male high dependency in-patient rehabilitation service, which can support up to 16 patients. It aims at providing a purpose-built therapeutic environment for men with known mental health problems who have been in various mental health services previously, but found to be struggling to achieve a successful discharge into the community.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment - fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.
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.
Your role responsibilities…
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings
Participate in the 1 in 6/7 telephone on-call rota
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you…
Salary up to £120.000 per Annum (based on working 4 days per week)
Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
Medical indemnity cover
Company paid life assurance scheme
Contributory pension scheme
Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme
Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
Relocation package will also be considered
We are looking for someone who is...
Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet Health Care has 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 or email a copy of your CV to
This vacancy may close prior closing date if a large number of applications are received.
Please be aware that from April 1st 2022, The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendm
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.
Posting date: 19 January 2022
Salary: £120,000 per year
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 17 February 2022
Location: Maidstone, ME14 5FT
Company: Cygnet Health Care
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 21786
Summary
Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?
We have an excellent part-time (4 days per week) opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state-of-the-art, 63 bed mental health facility for adults situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone.
In this role you will be working on Kingswood Ward, our adult male high dependency in-patient rehabilitation service, which can support up to 16 patients. It aims at providing a purpose-built therapeutic environment for men with known mental health problems who have been in various mental health services previously, but found to be struggling to achieve a successful discharge into the community.
In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment - fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.
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.
Your role responsibilities…
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings
Participate in the 1 in 6/7 telephone on-call rota
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you…
Salary up to £120.000 per Annum (based on working 4 days per week)
Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
Medical indemnity cover
Company paid life assurance scheme
Contributory pension scheme
Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme
Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
Relocation package will also be considered
We are looking for someone who is...
Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
Committed to continued professional development
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet Health Care has 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 or email a copy of your CV to
This vacancy may close prior closing date if a large number of applications are received.
Please be aware that from April 1st 2022, The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendm
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.
About Cygnet Health Care