job Title: Senior House Officer (SHO) - Old Age Psychiatry**
**Location:** London
**Company:** Pulse Recruitment Agency
**About Us:**
Pulse Recruitment Agency is a leading healthcare staffing provider committed to connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities across the UK. With our dedication to excellence and client satisfaction, we specialize in matching skilled individuals with esteemed healthcare organizations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care.
**Position Overview:**
We are currently seeking a dedicated Senior House Officer (SHO) to join an inpatient ward specializing in Old Age Psychiatry in Poole, Dorset. As an SHO in Old Age Psychiatry, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to older adults with complex mental health needs, contributing to their assessment, treatment, and recovery within an inpatient setting.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Conduct psychiatric assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for older adults presenting with a range of mental health conditions, including dementia, depression, and psychosis.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the holistic needs of patients are addressed.
- Monitor and review the mental health status and treatment progress of patients, adjusting management plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or behavioral disturbances, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Liaise with patients' families, carers, and external agencies to facilitate discharge planning and continuity of care in the community.
- Participate in regular clinical supervision, case discussions, and educational activities to support professional development and enhance clinical skills.
**Requirements:**
- Medical degree and full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Prior experience working in Psychiatry, preferably within Old Age Psychiatry, though candidates with a keen interest in the field will also be considered.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to the demands of an inpatient psychiatric setting.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical and professional standards.
**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
If you are a motivated Senior House Officer with a passion for Psychiatry, specifically within Old Age Psychiatry, apply now to join our team in Poole and make a positive impact on the lives of older adults with mental health needs.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to Pulse Recruitment Agency. We look forward to hearing from you!
*Pulse Recruitment Agency is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.*
