Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry-Somerset

Job Advertisement: Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry with Learning Disabilities Experience

Company: Pulse Mental Health (Recruitment Agency)

Position: Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry specializing in Learning Disabilities 

Location: Somerset

About Us: Pulse Mental Health is a distinguished recruitment agency committed to providing staffing solutions to mental health services nationwide. With a focus on excellence, we strive to connect skilled professionals with fulfilling opportunities to positively impact the lives of individuals with diverse mental health needs.

Job Description: We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry with expertise in learning disabilities to join our esteemed team. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will play a crucial role in providing expert psychiatric care to elderly patients with learning disabilities within inpatient or outpatient settings. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of older adults with complex mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert clinical leadership and psychiatric expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of elderly patients with learning disabilities and mental health disorders.
• Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments and formulating individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines.
• Providing psychiatric interventions, including medication management and psychotherapy, tailored to the needs of elderly patients with learning disabilities.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, including learning disability nurses, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure integrated and holistic care for patients.
• Participating in clinical governance activities, service development initiatives, and research projects to enhance the quality of care provided.

Requirements:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice in the UK.
• Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych or FRCPsych) or equivalent qualification.
• Substantial experience working as a Consultant Psychiatrist with a focus on old age psychiatry and learning disabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with elderly patients, individuals with learning disabilities, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and keeping abreast of developments in old age psychiatry and learning disabilities.

Benefits:

• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training events
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD

How to Apply: If you are a passionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with expertise in old age psychiatry and learning disabilities, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to elderly patients, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV below.