Job overview

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM) are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking, enthusiastic, full time, substantive Consultant Psychiatrists to lead a Community Mental health team in the London Borough of Lewisham.

As the consultant you will be expected to undertake CPA reviews for your caseload as well as arrange follow up appointments as necessary. The team will have a small number of patients subject to section 17A Mental Health Act (1983/2007) (community treatment orders) and so you will be the Responsible Clinician for these cases. The role will also involve liaising with GP’s and other stakeholders including patients and carers, team governance meetings, service development and quality improvement work.

Further, Lewisham have also been running a Consultant Connect service, which operates from 9 am to 5 pm on weekdays. GP’s have direct access for advice from a Consultant Psychiatrist (rota basis).