Resident Medical Officer

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Cygnet Health Care Resident Medical Officer The closing date is 21 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Are you an outstanding Junior Doctor looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary? As Resident Medical Officer, youll play a crucial role providing on call cover for Cygnet Churchill. This is an inpatient mental health hospital for men. Cygnet Churchill has four wards including two emergency acute admissions services (Juniper Court and Palm Court) as well as bespoke care packages on Elm Court. The RMO is the doctor onsite covering on calls between 5pm and 9am and weekend shifts. Generally the RMO will work on a rota of 4 days on / 3 days off. Main duties of the job Assess all patients on admission by completing a thorough history and examination including physical examination. Ensure physical health and mental health care of patients are being met with reviews with the nursing staff whilst on call. Carry out physical examinations including ECGs & Bloods Conduct risk assessments and mental health assessments for patients Liaise with the Consultant Psychiatrists on call when necessary for advice. Prescribe and review medication with the support of the Consultant Psychiatrist on call when required. Be supervised by the Consultant Psychiatrist weekly to ensure training needs analysis and personal development plan. Ensure the Responsible Clinician is kept updated in a timely manner regarding all clinical matters arising whilst on call by submitting appropriate handovers. Liaise with all members of the MDT, GPs, relatives and other professional agencies as needed. 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 21 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £65,000 a year (Depending on experience) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VPEC5BE1B4 Job locations London SE1 7PW 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: Resident Medical Officer Service Line: Male Acute Mental Health and Low Secure Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager Are you an outstanding Junior Doctor looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary? As Resident Medical Officer, youll play a crucial role providing on call cover forCygnet Churchill. This is an inpatient mental health hospital for men. Cygnet Churchill has four wards including two emergency acute admissions services (Juniper Court and Palm Court) as well as bespoke care packages on Elm Court. The RMO is the doctor onsite covering on calls between 5pm and 9am and weekend shifts. Generally the RMO will work on a rota of 4 days on / 3 days off