Locum Specialty Doctor Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry: Sponsorship Available

Job summary

We
are looking for a an enthusiastic and committed Locum Speciality Doctor for an
Inpatient General Adult post, fixed term for 1 year with a possibility of
extension. This is a 10 sessions at week post, based at The Cedars, Exeter. The
post holder will join a significant medical complement on the ward with two
Trust Grade doctors in post and a consultant psychiatrist or MPAC.

The post-holder will work under the supervision of a consultant
psychiatrist/MPAC and will be integral to a multidisciplinary team, accessing
local CPD activities as appropriate. The post-holder will be responsible for
the assessment and management of mental health problems on a routine and
emergency basis.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within a
multidisciplinary setting offering psychiatric medical input in the assessment,
treatment and care management of patients, carrying out all general duties
including mental state examinations. To provide up to date, effective, safe
medical care for patients in order to promote their recovery, and promote their
insight with a view to relapse prevention.

We are committed to supporting the development of our workforce, a
successful candidate would find that they have an excellent grounding for
future opportunities such as our CESR fellowship.

Person Specification

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance

Desirable

• Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision

Research

Essential

• Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals.
• IT skills.

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent
• GMC registration.

Desirable

• Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
• Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
• Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
• Ability to manage crises and act independently.
• Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
• Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983

Desirable

• Up to date CPR training.
• Ability to apply psychological
• models to practical situations.
• Evidence based knowledge of General Adult psychiatry.
• Knowledge of clinical risk management.
• Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation.

Personal Skills, Continuing Professional Development, Motivation, Practical Arrangements and Physical

Essential

• Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
• Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
• Punctuality/good time management.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Well organised.
• Commitment to process of CPD
• Ability to organise own learning/CPD
• Meets professional health requirements
• Ability to be mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner and in accordance to service need

Desirable

• Ability to critically examine practice.
• Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
• Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the post.

Experience

Essential

• Has completed at least four years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis)
• at least two of these years need to be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or
• the doctor has equivalent experience and competencies.

Desirable

• Experience at SHO level or above of working in the field of General Adult Psychiatry

Closing Date: 13 September 2026