Job Requirements/Description
*Doctors Direct* have an exciting new opportunity for *General adult psychiatrist specialising in Psychosis *to work with us in *Islington, North London.*
The successful candidates will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing individuals with psychotic disorders. The psychiatrist will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to adults experiencing severe mental health issues, particularly those related to psychosis, such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and other related conditions. The role includes providing outpatient and inpatient care, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and offering ongoing support to patients and their families.
*Your key responsibilities will be to:*
* Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations, for individuals presenting with psychotic symptoms.
* Diagnose a wide range of psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder with psychotic features, and delusional disorder.
* Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
* Monitor and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize patient outcomes.
* Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, ensuring safe and effective use in treating psychosis.
* Monitor patients for side effects and adjust medications accordingly.
* Conduct regular follow-ups and crisis interventions as required.
*About the role:*
* *Speciality*: Psychosis
* *Grade*: Middle Grade
* *Location*: Islington
* *Shift pattern*s: 09:00-17:00, Monday-Friday ongoing
* *Start date*: ASAP – on going, no end date
* *Rate*: £59.10 per hour
* PAYE payment only, we do not facilitate payment via umbrella or LTD company
*Benefits:*
* Weekly pay
* Book and review shift online
* Your own dedicated contact and local on-site support
* 24/7 support line
* Competitive pay rates
* Access to CPD webinars
* Appraisal & revalidation support from dedicated team
*About you:*
* Valid GMC
* Right to work in the UK (note; we are unable to provide sponsorship)
* Minimum 6 months NHS experience
* Must have Section 12
* Specialist Registration for Adult Psychiatry preferred but not essential
*How to apply?*
If you’d like to apply, please email your CV to for the attention of Melanie Burton.
_As an equal opportunities organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £59.10 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week
Licence/Certification:
* GMC (preferred)
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