Medical Director/Consultant Psychiatrist

Reference

PRI97162

Location

Nelson House, 14 Rowner Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO13 0EW

Priory Group Division

Healthcare

Salary

£144,000 plus £10,000 stipend for MD role

Hours

30 (Tuesday to Friday)

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Part Time

Job Advert - Division Information

Join Our Team as Medical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist at Priory Nelson House

Are you a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist with a passion for making a positive impact? At Priory Nelson House, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced mental health professional to join us as a Medical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist, contributing to exceptional patient care and leading with expertise in our multidisciplinary environment.

About the Role

As Medical Director at Nelson House, you will play a pivotal role in both clinical and operational aspects of our service. In this leadership role, you’ll oversee clinical governance, quality improvement, and ensure the highest standards of care.

Responsibilities include:

• Clinical Leadership: Providing line management and supervision to medical colleagues, including conducting appraisals, overseeing investigations, and supporting clinical audits.
• Governance & Quality Improvement: Engaging in clinical governance activities, promoting best practices, and leading initiatives to enhance patient care quality.
• Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) Leadership: Chairing MAC meetings, fostering collaborative decision-making, and ensuring medical standards align with Priory's values.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Acting as the liaison between Nelson House and Priory's wider service line teams, including the Regional Managing Director, Clinical Director, and Chief Medical Officer.
• External Relations: Participating in discussions with external stakeholders to promote the hospital and its excellent care services.

About Priory Nelson House

Located in the heart of Hampshire, Priory Nelson House is a leading mental health facility specialising in the treatment of adults with complex mental health conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders. Our team is deeply committed to supporting recovery journeys with individualised treatment plans, innovative therapies, and a steadfast focus on compassionate, patient-centred care.

Consultant Psychiatrist Responsibilities

In your dual role as Consultant Psychiatrist, you will:

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments, diagnoses, and create personalised treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, and social workers, to deliver integrated, high-quality care.
• Participate in case reviews, contributing your expertise and guiding treatment approaches.
• Actively contribute to the development of Nelson House’s mental health care programs, ensuring they reflect best practices and evolving standards in psychiatry.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: CCT in General Adult Psychiatry and full GMC registration.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar inpatient setting.
• Skills: Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication abilities, with a compassionate, patient-centred approach.
• Passion: A commitment to advancing mental health outcomes and enhancing quality of life for our patients.

Benefits

• Work-life Balance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time posts), 3% contributory pension, and private medical insurance at family level.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing CPD opportunities, including educational activities, PDP groups, and membership in the Hospital Medical Advisory Committee.
• Staff Wellbeing Initiatives: Employee Assistance Programme, staff recognition schemes, and psychology-led support groups.
• Convenient Location: Free on-site parking.

Make a Difference in Mental Health

This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while making a lasting impact on patient care. Join us at Priory Nelson House, where your expertise and compassionate approach will help shape lives and inspire a future of better mental health care.

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Steven Hemblade, Medical Director, at StevenHemblade@priorygroup.com.

If you encounter difficulties with the online application, please email elainehardy@priorygroup.com.

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Closing Date

15/12/2024