General Adult Specialty Doctor

Athona Recruitment have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a General Adult Specialty Doctor to work for a private hospital based in Sussex. This is a part-time role.

Salary: £80k FTE per annum £48k for part time

Position: General Adult

Hours: Part time - 0.4 WTE

Setting: Mixed gender

Location: Sussex

For this role, you will be responsible for:

• Undertake paper reviews and/or external psychiatric assessments for clients referred to the unit to determine the appropriateness of the referral and to initiate the care planning
• Provide medical input to management of inpatients under consultant supervision
• Prepare discharge summaries, reports and other associated documentation as necessary, in a timely manner
• Support the (sessional) GP in delivering physical health care and emergency treatment to patients who may have complex needs
• Participate in morning MDT handovers
• Work in collaboration with the MDT to monitor day to day progress and review care plans as needed
• Participate in weekly MDT reviews, complete risk assessments and follow up on agreed actions
• Liaise with professionals external to the hospital.

What benefits are on offer?

• Opportunity to progress to a Consultant through the CESR programme and support with MRCPsych examinations, Section 12 and AC applications.
• Speciality Doctors will also receive 2 hours supervision and Education (SPA) per week.
• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years of service and 30 days after 10 years' service)
• Birthday Leave
• Enhanced maternity pays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Support and training from the beginning of your career
• Supplemented meals
• Access to Employee Assistant programme and other wellness programmes
• Employee benefits scheme (e.g. discounted shopping vouchers, interest free Apple Products loan scheme)

For this role, we're looking for someone who is:

• Current GMC registration with license to practice
• Clinical skills and competencies consistent with experience of at least 2 years in psychiatry
• Section 12 approval
• Membership of Royal College of Psychiatrists

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the psychiatry sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS and private sector, many exclusive to Athona
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Frankie on 01277 286 033.