Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry *ERP*NHS
Job summary
Are you ready to make a real difference and take your career forward? We invite passionate psychiatrists to apply for the Consultant Psychiatrist role at The Cedars, Wonford House, Exeter an exciting opportunity within Devon Partnership Trust. The Cedars consists of two acute inpatient wards for adults of working age, offering 32 beds in a friendly, mixed-gender environment. Join us and help shape the future of mental health care in a vibrant, supportive setting.
Devon Partnership Trust is based in a county known for its stunning coastlines and iconic landscapes. We are committed to professional fulfilment and personal wellbeing, offering flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options. Additionally, to support successful candidates in their transition, we offer a recruitment and retention premium totalling £60,000 over three years.
Whether you are a first-time NHS consultant, an experienced psychiatrist or seeking a postretirement role, you will be warmly welcomed. International applicants and those transitioning from other specialties are encouraged to apply. Approved Clinician status is preferred, but full support is available for eligible candidates.
Main duties of the job
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will oversee care for up to 16 patients, supported by a dedicated medical secretary, medical staffing team, and a strong multidisciplinary workforce. Trust grade, Specialty and resident doctors, alongside senior nursing, psychology and occupational therapy colleagues, contribute to a collaborative and effective clinical environment.
The successful applicant will offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients being managed informally and those detained under the Mental Health Act in the capacity of Responsible Clinician. They will also play a vital role in the leadership of the wider urgent and inpatient care pathway and participate in ensuring the care flow of patients through the Trust is efficient and patient centred.
You will take part in the on-call rota and other consultants from the area will be expected to provide cross-cover for leave.
You will join an enthusiastic peer group, with 2.5 Supporting Programmed Activities each week for professional development, including research, quality improvement and service development, alongside regular peer meetings and postgraduate events.
Why not turn your favourite holiday spot into a Great Place to Work? Apply now and let Devon Partnership Trust support your ambitions - professionally, personally and financially.
Job description
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.