Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Consultant Psychiatrist to work in the Liaison Crisis Pathway in CNWL, for the Regional North West London Mental Health Crisis Assessment Service (MHCAS). The post is based at St Charles Hospital Mental Health Centre in North Kensington, London, and is within the Jameson division in the Trust. The post-holder will also provide Consultant leadership to the Lighthouse Mental Health Emergency Centre at St Marys Hospital Campus in Paddington, London.We offer a range of development opportunities for newly qualified and established consultants looking for new opportunities. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and those within 6 months of CCT.This is a 6 PA part time newly-developed substantive Consultant Psychiatrist post.Candidates are welcome to contact Dr Sujaa Arokiadass, Clinical Director, for a discussion.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will provide Consultant Clinical Leadership to the MHCAS and St Marys Lighthouse MHEC and supervise the Junior Doctor in the Team.The post holder will report to Dr Sujaa Arokiadass, Clinical Director for Westminster Mental Health Services. On call duties include covering the Inpatient base at St Charles hospital and St Mary's or Chelsea Westminster A&Es. The rota is currently 1:14. There is a middle/second on call tier through higher trainees and first on call provision is provided by resident junior doctors. Out of hours, at any time there are 2 consultant psychiatrists, 2 ST4-6s and 3 CT1-3s/GPVts trainees on call covering Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea mental health Services. The post holder will be part of a Consultant peer group in Westminster.*Please note that this post is being advertised pending RCPsych approval'*About usCentral and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) specialises in caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs.Over recent years our catchment area has grown significantly, making the Trust's population more diverse than ever. The area spans the communities of London, Milton Keynes and wider geographical areas of Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire.The MHCAS is a 24/7, 365 days service situated at the St Charles' Hospital site in Central London. It is staffed by a dedicated team with clinical and non-clinical staff including a lead consultant, junior doctor, assessment nurses, drug and alcohol workers, access to psychology, therapy, the voluntary sector and integrated discharge team. There are 8 private cubicles and an open lounge area in the unit.The aim of the MHCAS is to provide a therapeutic supplement and alternative to attending an emergency department (ED) for those experiencing a Mental Health crisis. The MHCAS offers a range of therapeutic interventions in an appropriate space and provide people with mental health needs the opportunity to access a more prolonged and informed assessment of needs and/or risks.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesProvide senior clinical advice and support to the daily triage, assessment of patients, MDT zoning meetings, discharge planning, other regular clinical team meetings including professionals meetings and weekly team clinical reflection meetings in MHCASProvide consultant clinical advice, cover and support to the Light house MHEC as neededEnsure in partnership with the team manager that all referrals are triaged daily and responded to in a timely way.Assessment of new patients and clinical supervision of assessments carried out by other team members as requiredEnsure community connectivity for patients where relevant as part of discharge planningBuild and maintain good relationships with other teams and consultants along the pathwayReview complex needs patients to ensure appropriate care packages are put in placeMental Health Act related work as indicatedEnsure that patients physical health needs are addressed.Ensure high quality documentation in the team including clear documentation related to mental capacity assessments and physical health assessments, discharge summariesEnsure safe handover across interfaces when patients are dischargedDevelop working relationships with relevant local voluntary sector services who can support and promote recovery where possible preventing readmissionsFollow the cross-cover protocol that has been agreed with another team or colleague which will ensure appropriate consultant cover is in place during absences.Person SpecificationQUALIFICATIONSEssentialMB BS or equivalent medical qualification.MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of PsychiatristsDesirableQualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.Additional clinical qualifications.ELIGIBILITYEssentialFully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointmentIncluded on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six monthsApproved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointmentApproved under S12DesirableIn 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 serviceTRANSPORTEssentialHolds and will use valid UK driving licence OR willing to use public transport for travel during workACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNINGEssentialAble to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and trainingParticipated in continuous professional developmentParticipated in research or service evaluation.Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.Has actively participated in clinical audit.DesirableAble 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 evaluation.Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.Has led clinical audits leading to service change.Disclosure 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 nameCentral and North West London NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt Charles HospitalExmoor StreetLondonW10 6DZEmployer's websitehttps://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)