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An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Preston, Lancashire area.An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Preston, Lancashire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers This is an independent mental health hospital, specialising in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating disorders To be considered for this position you must hold a CCST/CCT or equivalent in the relevant areas of Psychiatry As a Consultant Psychiatrist your key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments of patients with eating disorders to diagnose and determine appropriate treatment plans
Developing individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of each patient, which may involve a combination of medical, psychological, and nutritional interventions
Prescribing and monitoring psychiatric medications as part of the overall treatment approach, such as antidepressants or antipsychotics for co-occurring conditions like depression or anxiety
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists, dieticians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers to ensure coordinated and holistic care for patients
Advocating for the needs of patients with eating disorders and their families, as well as providing education and support to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding these conditions The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role: Passionate about delivering first class psychiatric care
An excellent team player
Experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficulties
Previous experience in Eating Disorder Services at consultant level
Keen interest in developing services within a forward thinking transitional environment The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary of £108,528 pro rata. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 22.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits: Free on-site parking
Birthday Holiday - Birthday as an extra day annual leave
Enhanced maternity pay
Contributory pension scheme
Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology laptops/tablets/smartphones and Healthcare Cash Plan Simply Health Scheme
Access to development opportunities
Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development IPD panel
Leadership & management development
Long service award
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To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV