Digital First - Mental Health Practitioner Remote
Digital First - Mental Health Practitioner Remote
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Thanks for stopping by! Were Doctor Care Anywhere: a leading digital platform with a clear vision to be the primary care provider of choice for digital healthcare and that all starts with our brilliant team.
We are the UKs largest private provider of telehealth services. We work with insurers healthcare providers and corporate customers to provide healthcare services to more than 2 million patients every year. From doctors and designers to software developers and marketers were proud of our people who love working together to enhance patient experiences for the better. Its why every year we help over 2 million people speak to a GP or ACP by video or phone anywhere in the world.
Our story started back in 2013 and as we continue to grow were looking for the very best talent to help us achieve our ambitious goals. If youre highly motivated and would love to work with us as we continue to grow then we would love to hear from you
Your next role: As a DCA Digital Mental Health Practitioner you will serve as the first point of contact for patients experiencing mental health concerns delivering highquality patientcentred care through digital platforms including video and telephone consultations. You will work independently while actively engaging in regularclinical supervision.
You will play a critical role in conducting mental health assessments providing evidencebased treatment recommendations for primary care mental health conditions. Additionally you will manage patients in crisis where you will provide timely and effective support.
What we are looking for: Digital Mental Health Practitioners who are able to commit to a minimum of 16 hours a week to provide virtual consultations via our intuitive platform delivering high quality care to our patients.
To watch some of our clinicians discuss their worklife balance and what it means to be part of the DCA team see here: https://youtu.be/meM7eUewlI
Salaried Sessions: We offer fixed shifts and sessions minimum of 16 hours a week) that can be divided throughout the week based on your preferred hours between 8am 8pm along with optional additional adhoc shifts.
Annual salary based on 40 hours FTE: 54000
If you have any questions please contact us on: or
Requirements
Responsibilities
- Conducting initial remote assessments of patients with mental health concerns
- Performing holistic assessments of health social and wellbeing needs
- Using evidencebased patientcentered principles to assess plan implement and evaluate interventions
- Providing health promotion and selfcare advice
- Escalate care according to need and complexity
- Liaising with clinical leadership to ensure high quality care
- Serving as a key point of contact for patients regarding health and wellbeing concerns
- Supporting and managing patients in crisis making appropriate referrals when necessary
- Signposting patients to the most appropriate services or care settings
- Keeping up to date with current clinical practices and mental health developments
- Participating in and contributing to regular clinical supervision
- Identifying potential vulnerable patients recognizing signs of abuse or neglect and completing safeguarding referrals in accordance with local and national policies.
- Work closely within a large multidisciplinary team that includes GPs ACPs and nonclinical professionals to provide integrated patient care.
- Adhere to DCAs regulatory standards clinical guidelines and best practices to ensure the highest standard of care in a digital healthcare environment
Education/Experience
- NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Minimum of two yearsexperience as a Mental Health Nurse within in Primary Care or General Practice practicing at Band 8a or above
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Broad autonomous scope of practice per the Core Capabilities Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice(Desirable)
- Experience managing a caseload in a mental health setting
- Proficiency in care planning and risk assessment
- Experience working within multidisciplinary mental health services
- Experience working in primary care settings
- Experience conducting remote patient assessments (phone and video)(Desirable)
- Demonstrated proficiency in using digital health platforms and technologies
- Evidence of ongoing professional development such as relevant training
Knowledge/Skills
- Uptodate knowledge of national prescribing policies and guidelines and an understanding of working within the scope of professional practice Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical governance principles as applied to remote working and digital healthcare Desirable)
- Proficiency with clinical IT systems (ideally with Jira and Teams/Slack)
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage deadlines
- Commitment to patientcentred care and ongoing professional development
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to proficiently document patient consultations according to organizational policy and national guidelines
- Ability to recognize individual learning needs and actively seek professional development opportunities in line with local and national frameworks (e.g. NMC revalidation requirements)
- Ability to act as a professional role model demonstrating organizational values and behaviours
- Skill in sharing knowledge and evidencebased insights to support team development and quality care(Desirable)
- Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
- A patientcentred approach ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and clinical care
- Evidence of ongoing professional development such as relevant training
Benefits
Why you want to work here:
We understand the importance of good health and happiness for our patients and our team is just the same. At our Doctor Care Anywhere youre not just an employee; youre a valued member of our team. We believe in giving you the freedom to supercharge your career with us while feeling completely supported. Heres what you can look forward to when you join us:
Private Medical Insurance: Weve got you covered including Opticians & Dental appointments!
Doctor Care Anywhere subscription: For you and 5 of your family and friends Get ready to enjoy health consultations on the go!
25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays (FTE): Youve earned it! Enjoy time off to recharge explore and make incredible memories.
Birthday Day Off: Go and celebrate however you like!
Buy up to 5 days of additional annual leave (FTE) as part of our focus on health and wellbeing
Company Pension scheme planting a money tree for your future
Charity Days: Join us in giving back to the community! Were all about making a difference together.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay: Extra support during this special time.
Bike2Work Scheme: We love an ecofriendly commute!
Remote Working: Work where youre comfortable
Development Opportunities: Get ready to grow learn and make strides in your career!
Plus if youre in a clinical role youll enjoy some extra perks like:
Insurance: For any DCA related work you will be covered with medical indemnity.
Your Hours Your Way: Enjoy flexible hours that work around your other commitments with the ability to split sessions.
Instant Help: Get live support during your shift via instant messaging.
TopNotch Training: Learn from the best with highquality training and guidance from experienced clinicians.
Top Marks: Were all about quality and security ISO9001 & ISO27001 accredited.
Doctor Care Anywhere is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its patients and expects all Colleagues to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory DBS and reference checks and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Employment Type
Full Time
