Clinical Lead

Are you ready to make a real impact? We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our new Bath & North East Somerset Drug and Alcohol service . This vibrant partnership is dedicated to delivering top-notch substance use treatment and recovery services across the region.

With a wealth of experience in substance use services, our team brings specialized knowledge and community insight that truly makes a difference. As the Clinical Lead Doctor , you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of individuals facing challenges with drug and alcohol use.

At Turning Point, you’ll collaborate with addiction specialists nationwide, gaining invaluable learning and support along the way!

As the Clinical Lead, you will:

• Lead all aspects of clinical governance and quality assurance, ensuring patient safety and clinical effectiveness.
• Drive service development initiatives.
• Advise on the development and implementation of key policies.
• Champion research and innovation to create new clinical guidance and service protocols.
• Collaborate with Turning Point colleagues nationwide to enhance patient care.
• Provide clinical supervision and training to your peers.
• Embrace the opportunity to teach students from various disciplines.

You will also:

• Offer expert advice on complex cases, including drug interactions and comorbid health issues.
• Accept referrals for patients with severe or complex needs.
• Oversee psychosocial support based on comprehensive research evidence.
• Introduce innovative interventions to improve outcomes.
• Engage in complex prescribing, including injectable opioid substitution treatments.
• Provide liaison services in acute medical and psychiatric settings.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders, including HM Coroners courts and probation services.

We are looking for an Addiction Psychiatrist , GP Specialist , or a suitably experienced Speciality Doctor to step into this leadership role.

The perfect candidate will have:

• Accreditation as a ‘specialist’ in substance use treatment.
• One of the following qualifications:
  • Listed on the GMC’s Specialist Register as a psychiatrist with addiction endorsement.
  • Training and experience equivalent to this, certified by the GMC through a Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR).
  • Listed on the GMC’s GP Register with appropriate training and experience.
  • Fulfilled criteria of a speciality doctor in Addictions with suitable experience.

At Turning Point, we are committed to your professional growth. Enjoy regular structured supervision, a well-developed monthly CPD program, and full support with appraisals and revalidations. Join us and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment!

We value flexibility and can accommodate full-time, part-time, or job share arrangements.

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we take pride in our not-for-profit model. Every penny we earn is reinvested into our services and our people, as we believe in the power of positive change.

What Benefits Will You Receive?

We understand that rewards come in many forms. Our total reward package includes:

• 26 days of paid holiday per year + Bank Holidays, increasing with service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus, the option to buy additional holidays!
• Explore our comprehensive benefits package and discover the exciting perks available to our employees.

We may close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so don’t wait to apply!

Turning Point