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An exciting opportunity has arisen for us to recruit a Specialty Grade doctor to work 10 sessions per week in General Adult Psychiatry in the Central Fife (Kirkcaldy) Sector based at Whytemans Brae Hospital Kirkcaldy
The post holder will work as part of a multi professional team; including 2 General Adult Psychiatry Consultants for Central Fife, junior doctors, experienced nursing staff, occupational therapists, clinical psychologists and support workers. The post holder will work with CPNs and a Community Mental Health team to deliver a service to the residents of West Fife. You will be responsible for the delivery of out-patient services and deliver clinics to meet this need through a variety of formats including face to face, Near Me and telephone consultations.
Applicants wishing to pursue membership of the Royal college of Psychiatrists will be supported in this and/or supported with provision of suitable experience to work towards applying for a CESR.
General Adult Psychiatry in Fife has a current focus on redesigning services which will be sustainable into the future. There are excellent opportunities for the successful candidate to contribute to service development and to influence the future shape and provision of psychiatric services across Fife.
Fife offers excellent quality of life opportunities with extensive cultural and environmental attractions. It is only 15 miles from Edinburgh with excellent road, rail and air links. High quality education, affordable housing and a wide variety of sporting and leisure activities are available throughout the region. NHS Fife has a number of family friendly policies.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Vijay Arulnathan Consultant Psychiatrist & Clinical Lead on 01592643355 ext 22023 or Mrs Fiona McGuire, Clinical Services Manager on 01592 643355 ext 23967.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.