Job Title: Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Company: Pulse Mental Health
Location: Wigan
About Pulse Mental Health: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency specializing in connecting skilled healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities in mental health settings. With a commitment to excellence and compassion, we aim to support both our candidates and clients in achieving their goals within the field of mental health care.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join our esteemed team. In this leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in providing high-quality, evidence-based care to children and adolescents with mental health disorders, while also contributing to service development and innovation within the field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical leadership and expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children and adolescents with a wide range of mental health conditions.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, formulate treatment plans, and oversee the delivery of therapeutic interventions, including medication management and psychotherapy.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure integrated and holistic care delivery.
- Provide supervision, mentorship, and support to junior medical staff, including Specialty Doctors and Trainee Psychiatrists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Engage with children, adolescents, and their families to develop collaborative treatment goals and support networks, promoting recovery and resilience.
- Contribute to service development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and research activities aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and accessibility of mental health services for children and adolescents.
Requirements:
- Medical degree and full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) as a Specialist in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
- CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent qualification.
- Substantial experience working as a Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry within the NHS or equivalent healthcare system.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and guidance to junior medical staff.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous professional development, and participation in research and academic activities.
Benefits:
- First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
- £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
- Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
- Access to high-quality CPD training events
- Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD
How to Apply: If you are a passionate and dedicated Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young people and their families, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this position, please submit your CV below.
