Consultant Psychiatrist - South West Kent Old Age Community

Join our thriving Older Adult Community Mental Health Services team! We're looking for a Psychiatrist to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health issues in adults over 65, including some younger adults with early-onset dementia.This position will provide Psychiatric care for older adults with mental health problems in a community setting. The role involves:

• Assessment and Treatment: Conducting outpatient clinics, home visits, and residential/nursing home reviews.


• Diagnosis: Contributing to the memory assessment service (working towards MSNAP accreditation) and seeing diagnostic cases.


• Collaboration: Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) including nurses, social workers, and psychologists.


• Expertise: Providing medical knowledge within the MDT and supporting colleagues.


• Professional Development: Engaging in continuing professional development (CPD) and Trust mandatory training.


Team Function:

• The OAMHS team receives around 1200 referrals annually for assessment and treatment.


• The team uses a CAPA model for care planning.


• The team has a rapid assessment service for urgent referrals.


• All team members (except support workers) manage caseloads. Consultant psychiatrists handle complex cases and provide support/advice.


• The team works collaboratively with primary care, social services, and other mental health services., Conduct outpatient clinics (new & follow-up patients), some with dementia focus.


• Perform planned and urgent community visits.


• Conduct Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and MHA assessments (if applicable).


• Liaise with referrers, allied professionals, social services, carers, and support groups.


• Contribute medical expertise to the MDT.


• Support colleagues within the MDT.


• Participate in maintaining MSNAP accreditation for the memory assessment service.


• Complete mandatory training and participate in CPD activities.


• Participate in regular supervision and annual appraisals.


• Participate in administrative/management duties within the CMHSOP.


• Adhere to Trust policies and procedures, following best practices outlined by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and General Medical Council.
  
  We 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