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Consultant Psychiatrist – Male Medium Secure Unit

Bury, BL8 2BS
£160,000 per year + £5,000 welcome bonus
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Bury, BL8 2BS
Full Time
£160,000 per year + £5,000 welcome bonus
11 December 2024

Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?

We have an excellent full time opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Bury. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician in our Male Medium Secure Service

We are offering a £5,000 welcome bonus for this role!

Madison Ward is a 13 bedded medium secure ward for men. The service delivers care for men with enduring mental health needs, co-morbidity and behaviours which challenge in a calm, therapeutic environment with a focus on service user experience, shared care and safety.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment – fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.

And you’ll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.  

Your role responsibilities…

  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
  • Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
  • Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
  • Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
  • Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
  • Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
  • Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers’ hearings & attend hearings
  • Participate in the second on-call rota (1 in 13 weekdays/ 1 in 15 weekends)

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
  • 5 Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
  • Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
  • Medical indemnity cover
  • Company paid life assurance scheme
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme
  • Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
  • Relocation package will also be considered

We are looking for someone who is… 

  • Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified 
  • Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
  • Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
  • Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
  • A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
  • Committed to continued professional development
  • Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.  

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
Click the link to apply.

Benefits & Rewards

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Group Pension

We’ll look after you beyond Cygnet by helping you save for your future with a pension scheme. Cygnet provides a monthly contribution into your pot for every month you actively pay in.

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Free Mortgage Broker & Insurance Cover

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Enhanced Maternity

In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.

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Free Life Assurance Cover

Cygnet provides a Group Life assurance scheme which pays out a lump sum benefit to your family or next of kin in the event of your death whilst employed by Cygnet.

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Lucy recently took a service user on their 1st ever holiday, they planned the holiday and did lots of activities while away for 4 days. The resident was pushed out his comfort zone and was extremely anxious while away, but Lucy eased his anxieties and gave lots of positive encouragement and reassurance. The resident came back and said “Thank you “

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Sophie’s constant positivity is unwavering. Everywhere she goes, she is positive throughout. This has particularly stood out with her support of a resident we currently have in hospital, Sophie’s positivity enable her to encourage this lady to complete personal care after days of refusal in hospital and visit Norcott for a party. Well done Sophie.

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Kola, Iffy, Ife, Idris, Nathan, Angel,David and Tayo planned a Nigerian Independence Day at Gotts Park during Black history month. This was celebrated by staff and residents at local services, they did a presentation on the history, culture, language on Nigeria. Food was served from Nigeria and there was music and dance, which was great fun.

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For South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) we were looking for volunteers to organise internal events – Ash stepped forward and put so much time and effort into setting up weekly events for both staff and service users to educate about, and celebrate, SAHM. These events were widely praised by staff and SUs, with requests for more just like it! Thankyou!

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Recently I have been going through a difficult time dealing with bereavement & looking after my partner who has an on-going medical condition that requires treatment. Throughout this I have been supported by Penny, she is always there to listen,provides an empathetic ear & shows genuine concern. The care and support that was provided is second to none.

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Gemma recently took a service user on their 1st ever holiday, they planned the holiday and did lots of activities while away for 4 days. The resident was pushed out his comfort zone and was extremely anxious while away, but Gemma eased his anxieties and gave lots of positive encouragement  and reassurance. The resident came back and said “Thank you “

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