Job summaryUnleash Your Expertise in Liaison Psychiatry: This is your chance to make a real difference to the lives of others, while propelling your career to new heightsAs a Consultant Psychiatrist in Liaison Psychiatry based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital and Maidstone Hospital in Kent, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality clinical service and actively involved in the strategic development of the team and broader services.Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital trust providing a full range of general hospital services to around 500,000 people living in the South of West Kent and parts of North East Sussex. The Liaison Psychiatry Service provides a single point of contact for the mental health needs of patients attending the Emergency Department or admitted to the general hospital.In this role, you will be working jointly with another Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist and share operational and clinical leadership to ensure that the sites are suitably covered.Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or achieve this within 3 months of appointment).Main duties of the jobTo provide psychiatric care to patients referred to the Liaison Psychiatry ServiceTo provide professional leadership including clinical supervision to the medical team and to provide clinical leadership to the Liaison Multidisciplinary TeamTo ensure effective liaison occurs between mental health services and the acute hospital, and also with other agencies in the voluntary and statutory sectors as appropriateTo act as a Responsible Clinician (Approved Clinician status) for patients detained under the MHA to the acute trustAbout usWe are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing brilliant care through brilliant people.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.Part time or job-share applications are welcome.Our BenefitsHere are just some of our Benefits:A Recruitment Bonus of £15,000*Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000*Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical schoolGenerous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension schemeHoliday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended breakFlexible working - just ask and we will try to helpExcellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interestFree access to an independent counselling serviceBlue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discountsCar lease schemeA variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment Bonus and/or Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.netPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualificationDesirableQualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or managementMRCPsychAdditional clinical qualificationsEligibilityEssentialFully registered with the GMC with a licence to practiseIncluded on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six monthsApproved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointmentApproved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointmentDesirableIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practiceClinical Skills, Knowledge & ExperienceEssentialExcellent knowledge in specialtyExcellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledgeExcellent oral and written communication skills in EnglishAble to manage clinical complexity and uncertaintyMakes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of othersAble to meet duties under MHA and MCADesirableWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable serviceEndorsement in Liaison Psychiatry from Royal College of PsychiatristsAcademic Skills & Lifelong LearningEssentialAble to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and trainingAbility to work in and lead teamDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvementParticipated in continuous professional developmentParticipated in research or service evaluationAble to use and appraise clinical evidenceHas actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmesDesirableAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this postReflected on purpose of CPD undertakenExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluationEvidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publicationsHas led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patientsTransportEssentialHolds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternativeDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameKent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership TrustAddressTunbridge Wells HospitalTonbridge RoadTunbridge WellsTN2 4QJEmployer's websitehttps://www.kmpt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)