General Adults Associate Specialist Part Time

We are hiring an Associate Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team at Chadwick Lodge in Milton Keynes. This part‑time (4‑day week) role involves providing first‑line medical care across medium and low secure wards for both male and female service users.

Responsibilities

• Prepare First‑Tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearing reports under the supervision of a Consultant.
• Provide medical reports and attend CPA meetings to review the care of patients with NHS England case managers and community care coordinators.
• Deliver oral evidence at First‑Tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearings under the supervision of the Consultant, depending on experience.
• Contribute to service development by participating in Clinical Governance activities, including audits, research and teaching.
• Work with colleagues to ensure patients have appropriate medical cover at all times.
• Provide prospective cover to other specialty doctors while they are on leave.
• Liaise with GPs and practice nurses regarding the physical healthcare of patients.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration.
• At least 3 years’ experience in psychiatry.
• Experience working in a psychiatry setting within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working as a doctor within a similar environment.
• Good standing for CPD with the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Appraisal/RITA process completed within the last year.
• MRCPsych (desirable).
• Section 12 (2) approval (desirable).
• AC status (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off.
• Free meals and parking.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help maintain a great work‑life balance.
• 24‑hour GP service.
• Access to Wagestream to manage finances.
• Career development and training to help achieve career goals.
• Pension contribution.
• Medical indemnity cover.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity package.

The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, including an active CPD program, potential support for Section 12, AC approval or CESR application, and links with university groups.

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