NHS Locum Specialty Doctor in Older Adult Inpatient
Job summary
Would you like to be part of leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health ,community and inpatient care? Why not join Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust for the opportunity to flourish and excel in your career and be part of our dedicated medical team.
This role is for a fixed term NHS Locum Specialty Old Age Psychiatrist to provide medical leadership for the Kitwood and Roding inpatient wards based at St Margaret's Hospital Epping Essex. The Doctor will provide medical leadership for the multidisciplinary team comprising of resident doctors, ward nursing team, psychiatrists, CPN's, OT and psychologist.
Kitwood ward Consultant and Roding Ward Consultant will provide direct line management and clinical supervision. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the ward managers and the wider MDT to provide a safe and effective service. The post holder will also be expected to work closely with the relevant community teams and contribute to providing an effective care pathway for patients across the service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have responsibility for the clinical care of those patients admitted to the in-patient unit on the ward. The post holder will also be expected to work closely with the team and the ward manager to ensure the provision of an effective service.
About us
Essex has something for everyone, amazing scenery, great schools, adventurous outdoor activities, fantastic restaurants and a colourful history so why not contact us to discover why so many of our staff love living and working here. EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower.
In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible