Consultant in Psychiatry for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

We are committed to supporting individuals with learning disabilities to access high-quality care for their difficulties. Our service has developed pathways for Dementia, Epilepsy, and PMLD, with a Mental Health Pathway in progress.We aim to address health inequalities through initiatives like the Primary Care Liaison service and the hospital LD Liaison team. These teams also focus on education, working with Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire People First to deliver sessions to GP Trainees and medical students. We are expanding these teams to enhance capacity and support early intervention and prevention.Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide specialist community psychiatric care to individuals with intellectual disabilities in Pembrokeshire. The role includes:Leading and developing the team and clinical services.Engaging in teaching, research, and clinical governance.Participating in on-call duties (1 in 14 rota).Maintaining professional development and supporting multidisciplinary teams.About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board delivers NHS services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and neighboring counties, employing over 13,000 staff across hospitals, community settings, and general practices.Job responsibilities

The successful candidate may hold an Honorary Academic title, contributing to undergraduate teaching and research. Responsibilities and activities will be negotiated and included in the job plan, contingent on application and performance.Additional information and links are provided for further context.Person Specification

Qualifications

Full GMC Registration and Licence to PracticeOn specialist register or SpR with CCT within 6 monthsMembership of the Royal College of PsychiatristsCertified advanced life support skillsHigher degree (MD, PhD, MSc) or equivalentClinical Experience

Broad psychiatry experience, including in learning disabilitiesKnowledge of UK hospital systemsExperience in NHS and researchClinical Governance

Participation in clinical audit and risk managementResearch

Experience in evidence appraisal and research publicationTeaching

Experience in organizing medical education and trainingManagement

Understanding NHS management and training in managementOther

This post requires a DBS check due to safeguarding requirements.

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