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Associate Specialist
Cambridgeshire
Private
Permanent
70k
We are looking for an Associate Specialist to join a dedicated team at a specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, providing high-quality treatment for individuals with acquired or traumatic brain injuries and other neurological conditions.
In this role, you will work closely with a Consultant Psychiatrist, playing a crucial part in assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure exceptional care. Responsibilities will include conducting psychiatric and external assessments, contributing to patient care plans, and maintaining effective communication with external professionals and families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Consultant Psychiatrist in assessing and reviewing patients referred to the service.
- Deliver high-quality medical care to inpatients, ensuring their well-being and recovery progress.
- Prepare and present written/oral evidence for Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearings.
- Support safe discharge planning by preparing necessary reports and documentation.
- Participate in the on-call rota alongside other Consultant Psychiatrists.
- Ensure smooth handover processes to colleagues, including out-of-hours cover.
- Collaborate with external healthcare professionals, including GPs and community teams.
- Conduct clinical assessments and investigations, ensuring prompt follow-up on results.
- Engage in clinical governance, service improvement, research, and teaching initiatives.
- Provide staff training and contribute to ongoing learning and development.
- Take responsibility for additional duties such as ECGs and blood sampling, as required.
Essential Requirements:
- Full GMC registration
- Experience in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams
- Recent engagement with appraisal/RITA processes
- Previous experience in a similar clinical setting
- MRCPsych qualification (preferred but not essential)
Benefits
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off!
- Pension contribution
- Life Insurance
- Enhanced Maternity Package
- Meals while on duty
- CPD opportunities
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Comprehensive medical indemnity cover
As a leading specialist recruitment consultant, we take pride in our deep expertise in connecting exceptional professionals in the fields of Psychiatry, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language Therapy with life-changing career opportunities. Our track record speaks for itself, as we've successfully brought together countless talented individuals and rewarding positions in the world of psychology and therapy. Reach out to Natalie today to discover how she can assist you. / (phone number removed)
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