Specialty Doctor Acute Care- Bowmere Hospital

Specialty Doctor Acute Care- Bowmere Hospital Overview

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor to join the Acute Care ward at Bowmere Hospital in Chester. This full-time position involves working across two acute care wards, providing essential medical support to a multidisciplinary team caring for patients with functional mental health issues.

Main Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior medical member of the team across Beech Ward and Juniper Ward.
• Independently assess patients and formulate treatment plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as necessary.
• Prepare tribunal reports and attend hearings.
• Fulfill middle-grade clinical responsibilities under the guidance of the consultant.
• Conduct emergency assessments and ongoing care for patients in a hospital environment.
• Document patient histories, perform mental state assessments, and conduct physical examinations.
• Ensure timely completion of discharge summaries and letters.
• Engage in prescribing and collaborative multidisciplinary work.

Requirements

• Must hold full GMC registration and a license to practice at the time of appointment.
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act is required or must be achieved within three months of starting.
• Possess an MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Desirable qualifications include a higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management, and MRCPsych.
• Demonstrate excellent specialty knowledge and clinical skills with a bio-psycho-social approach.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and make informed decisions based on evidence.
• Must meet duties under the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £63,696 to £102,689 per annum.
• Permanent full-time contract.
• Induction program with up to three weeks of training.
• Commitment to inclusive recruitment practices.
• Guaranteed Interview Scheme for armed forces community applicants.

For more information about the application process or to apply, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected] or call 01244 393100.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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