Locum Specialty Doctor - Ashford Liaison

We are seeking a dedicated Speciality doctor in Psychiatry to join our friendly and supportive team here in the East Kent Liaison Psychiatry Service!

As a Doctor in Liaison Psychiatry, you will be involved in delivering a high-quality clinical service to patients presenting with mental health problems to the A&e department and wards of the general hospital. You will see patients aged over 18 attending with a diverse variety of clinical presentations.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is a large provider of acute and specialist services that serves a population of over 750,000 across Dover, Canterbury, Thanet, Shepway and Ashford. You will be working at one of the two main hospitals - William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, or Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital in Margate.

You will work collaboratively with a team of professionals who work as a single point of contact for the mental health needs of patients attending the Emergency Department or admitted to the hospital., 1. To provide psychiatric care to patients referred to the Liaison Psychiatry Service.

2. To provide medical input to the Multidisciplinary Liaison Team.

3. Availability to act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for the purpose of Mental Health Act assessments - where approved. If not approved then to work towards Section 12(2) approval.

4. To ensure effective liaison occurs between mental health services and the acute hospital, and also with other agencies in the voluntary and statutory sectors as appropriate.

5. To help deliver a programme of training and education for acute hospital staff and mental health staff.

Successful applicants should preferably have four years of experience as a qualified doctor, with two years in Psychiatric roles. Contact us if you are unsure whether your experience would qualify. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and preferably be approved under S12(2) under the Mental Health Act (or be working towards this in your PDP).

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.