Specialty Doctor in DOPMH - Inpatient | Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Cornwall Partnership Foundation NHS Trust
Salary:	£63,696 - £102,689 Per Annum Pro Rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Redruth, TR15 3EU
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

Join Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as aSpecialty Doctor in Older Adult and Frailty Psychiatrybased on Cove Ward, Longreach House, Redruth. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dedicated inpatient multidisciplinary team providing high-quality assessment, treatment and care for older adults and people with frailty experiencing acute mental health difficulties.

You will work closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist, nursing colleagues, psychologists, occupational therapists and resident doctors to deliver patient-centred care for a 15-bed specialist inpatient unit. The role includes assessment and management of complex mental and physical health needs, participation in ward rounds, MDT meetings, clinical reviews, tribunals and service development activities.

The post is supported by dedicated medical secretarial assistance, excellent clinical leadership, regular supervision, weekly academic sessions and a strong commitment to continuing professional development. You will have opportunities to teach medical students and other healthcare professionals, participate in research and quality improvement initiatives, and develop leadership and educational interests.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor looking to develop expertise in older adult mental health within a supportive and innovative service while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle benefits that Cornwall has to offer

As a Specialty Doctor on Cove Ward, you will:

• provide high-quality psychiatric care for older adults and people with frailty admitted with acute mental health needs.

• Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake assessments, develop and review treatment plans, manage complex cases, participate in ward rounds and Mental Health Act processes, and contribute to discharge planning.

• You will support teaching, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities, while helping to deliver safe, effective and person-centred inpatient care.

• Opportunities for continuing professional development, leadership and service development are actively encouraged.

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

For Full details of this role and the opportunities working for Cornwall Partnership please see the attached Job Description.

This advert closes on Monday 2 Nov 2026

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