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Specialty Doctor in Old Age Psychiatry – Mendip Older Persons Community Mental Health Team

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Specialty Doctor in Old Age Psychiatry to join the Mendip Older Persons Community Mental Health Team. This is a permanent, full-time position offering 10 PAs per week, spread across five days (Monday to Friday). A sample Job Plan is included in the Job Description, and a final plan will be agreed within three months of appointment.

We welcome applications from doctors seeking flexible working arrangements to accommodate caring commitments. If interested, please contact the Clinical Specialty Lead to discuss further, as there is flexibility in this role.

Additionally, we support doctors looking to complete their CESR in Old Age Psychiatry and will offer guidance and resources for those wishing to pursue this qualification.

This Specialty Doctor role works alongside a supervising Consultant, other Specialty Doctors, and Trainee Psychiatrists, covering a community population of approximately 34,000 people aged 65 and over. These individuals are registered with GP practices in the towns of Frome, Wells, Glastonbury, Street, and surrounding villages.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess older adults with mental disorders, carrying a small caseload of complex and severe cases.
• Stay up to date with the evolving evidence base and adapt clinical practice accordingly.
• Provide consultation and advice to other team members as needed.
• Conduct memory assessments.
• Participate in Mental Health Act assessments within the area during working hours (if S12 approved or with prior experience).
• Provide liaison advice to local community hospitals.
• Attend team meetings within the Older Persons Community Mental Health Team and memory assessment meetings.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive notes using the RIO electronic patient record system.
• Foster effective multi-disciplinary team working and maintain strong relationships with GPs and other care teams.
• Provide support and information to patients, families, and carers.

On-Call and Cover Arrangements:

The Specialty Doctor will coordinate holiday and study leave coverage with a colleague, and planned leave does not require locums.

There are no on-call responsibilities for this role.

About Us:

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to supporting our staff with a wide range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working options to promote work-life balance.
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
• Generous annual leave for rest and relaxation.
• A focus on career development to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Access to exclusive discounts through the Blue Light Card and other NHS-specific perks.

We are proud to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset is a beautiful region offering a mix of tranquil countryside, scenic coastlines, and vibrant city life, with Bristol, Bath, and Exeter nearby, and London just two hours away. The area also boasts excellent educational facilities and affordable housing, making it a great place to develop both your career and personal life.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Medical degree.
• Full GMC registration or eligibility, with current license to practice at the time of appointment.
• Experience in psychiatry, with at least three years of clinical experience in another country (if applicable).

Desirable:

• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification (e.g., membership of a psychiatry college in another country).
• Further academic qualifications such as MRCP or research degree/diploma.

Experience:

Essential:

• Experience in Old Age Psychiatry at ST 4-6 level or equivalent, across various settings (inpatient, memory service, community).
• Knowledge of current evidence-based guidelines for assessing and treating mental disorders.
• Familiarity with therapeutic approaches, including psychological therapies.
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Strong organizational and IT skills.

Desirable:

• Specialist or sub-specialist experience in relevant areas within the NHS or similar services.
• Training or qualifications in psychological approaches.

Additional Criteria:

Essential:

• A valid UK driving license or evidence of an alternative transport solution.
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and peer supervision.
• Ability to reflect on and learn from experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to leadership, collaboration, and service improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required.

Certificate of Sponsorship:

Applications from overseas candidates requiring a Skilled Worker visa will be considered. For more information, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Professional Registration:

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more details, please visit the NHS Careers website.

For more information or assistance with your application, please contact:

Tiffe Earle
Email: tiff.earle@somersetft.nhs.uk

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team in Somerset!