Saakshi Mehta

Associate Hospital Manager @Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV)

York, GB

As an Associate Hospital Manager, I serve as a key member of the Mental Health Legislation Committee, conducting thorough reviews of patient detentions under the Mental Health Act 1983. I participate in critical decision-making panels to evaluate the lawful detention of patients, examining clinical evidence and professional reports to determine if statutory criteria for continued detention are satisfied. My responsibilities include chairing three-person review panels, documenting evidence-based decisions, and communicating outcomes to patients and healthcare professionals in accordance with mental health legislation. I demonstrate expertise in interpreting complex mental health regulations, safeguarding patient rights, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Through collaborative engagement with multidisciplinary teams, I uphold the highest standards of patient-centred care while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols and information governance practices. This role requires advanced analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a deep commitment to mental health advocacy and regulatory excellence within the NHS framework.