Locum Consultant Psychiatrist in the Psychiatry of Old Age
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Job Summary
Job description
Consultant Psychiatrist Psychiatry of Old Age
The Consultant will report to the Clinical Director Executive Clinical Director or their nominated manager within the Mental Health Service. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Service Area Director of Nursing and Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) leads.
The post is based in the South East with clinical duties delivered across community outpatient inpatient and residential care settings as required.
Flexibility in work location may be required in line with service needs.
The Consultant will provide clinical leadership service development input and governance within the Psychiatry of Old Age service.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Deliver comprehensive psychiatric assessment and management for adults aged 65 and others with age-related mental health needs.
Provide consultant-led outpatient clinics community visits day hospital reviews and inpatient care as required.
Lead the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in case formulation treatment planning and review.
Provide consultation and liaison psychiatry support to:
Acute general hospitals
Residential care facilities
Primary care teams
Participate in the management of patients with dementia including behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD).
Ensure timely evidence-based interventions and continuity of care across the service.
On-call Commitment
Participate in the HSE-approved Consultant on-call rota as required for Psychiatry / Psychiatry of Old Age.
Clinical Governance & Quality
Ensure the highest standards of clinical practice and governance.
Participate in audit risk management and quality improvement initiatives.
Contribute to service planning evaluation and implementation of new models of care.
Teaching Training & Research
Provide supervision training and support for:
NCHDs
Medical students
Nursing and allied health professionals
Engage in continuing medical education and maintain professional competence in line with the Medical Council requirements.
Participate in or support research and service innovation where appropriate.
Management & Leadership
Provide effective leadership in service development and the strategic growth of Psychiatry of Old Age services.
Collaborate with the Clinical Director and management team to advance integrated care pathways.
Contribute to policy development performance management and resource utilisation
Job requirements
Must be able to take up post immediately
Registration as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners in the specialty of Old Age Psychiatry
Access to transport to meet the needs of the post across multiple sites.
Participation in Garda vetting and occupational health clearance procedures.
Proven clinical expertise in Psychiatry of Old Age.
Strong leadership and team-working ability within an MDT framework.
Excellent communication clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of HSE policies Mental Health Act Assisted Decision-Making legislation and safeguarding frameworks.
Commitment to patient-centred and integrated service development.
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Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Post Residency Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Transportation Management Systems
- Behavioral Health
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Epic
- Leadership Experience
- Mental Health Counseling
- PTSD Care
- Addiction Counseling
