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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.
Applications are invited for a post as Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist in the North of Scotland regional Medium Secure Unit based at Murray Royal Hospital, Perth. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic service which is committed to multidisciplinary working.
We are looking for colleagues who are dynamic and keen to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. The posts have great opportunities to be part of service developments and initiatives. Support and encouragement will also be given for professional and career development.
The successful candidates will provide day to day medical input to a group of patients in the 32 bed medium secure unit under the supervision of a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist. The successful applicants will also be expected to work closely with colleagues to provide cross cover within the clinic.
The post is a 10PA post. Applications will be considered from those wishing to work less than full time. NHS Tayside is supportive of continuous professional development, and the posts include 2 PAs for supporting professional activities (pro-rata).
Applicants should have full GMC registration and a licence to practise, and be on the specialist register or be within 6 months of the anticipated award of a CCT or CESR (CP) at the time of interview. If you have appropriate specialist training and experience but are not listed on the GMC Specialist Register you can be considered for a Locum Consultant post (up to 12 months) if no substantive Consultant appointment is made. Whilst in locum employment, you can apply to obtain a CESR and enter onto the Specialist Register.
We are a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship employer and as such, welcome applications from international candidates. Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Arrangements for visiting the service or an informal discussion can be made by contacting Dr David Walsh, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist on 01738 562265.
Closing Date for applications: 4 September 2023
Interview Date: 18 September 2023
MR.60.23 Jobtrain Number: 159487