Speciality Doctor

Job summary Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary? With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious portfolio pathway programme We are seeking an experienced full-time Speciality Doctor who will work at Cygnet Hospital Bierley and provide psychiatric care on Shelley Ward our 16 bed male low secure forensic unit. The unit provides recovery based treatment for men whose mental health needs result in continuing and ongoing disturbed or challenging behaviour and who may have a dual diagnosis. Many of the service users have a significant forensic history and require close liaison with external agencies including the Ministry of Justice and MAPPA. The aim of the service is to support individuals to transition towards independent living, or the least restrictive environment which may include step down to a locked or open rehabilitation setting as the next stage in their recovery. The service benefits from true multi-disciplinary input including a Consultant Psychiatrist, Forensic Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker. You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team. Main duties of the job Main duties and Responsibilities Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit. Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S. Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports. Participating in the duty doctor [frequency] on call rota . About us Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Details Date posted 03 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £85,000 a year (Depending on experience) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VP909C4BBE Job locations Bierley BD4 6AD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Job Title: Specialty Doctor Service Line: Male Low Secure Ward Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary? With us, youll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious portfolio pathway programme We are seeking an experienced full-time Speciality Doctor who will work at Cygnet Hospital Bierley and provide psychiatric care on Shelley Ward our 16 bed male lo…