Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

Medacs Healthcare; Inverness; On-site; GBP 138,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7/365 support

Referral bonuses

Wellbeing & CPD support

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is recruiting for locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Forensic Psychiatry with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences. Start ASAP with flexible short-term and long-term placements across Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

We offer competitive hourly rates (£100-£120+ negotiable), full GMC registration support, and dedicated recruitment consultants to help with onboarding, DBS/PVG checks and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility).
• Current DBS check or PVG check (or willingness to undergo).
• Experience in adult mental health settings.
• UK Right to Work.

Skills

GMC registration

Flexible collaboration

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Job description

• for more information please call Nina Deschanel on 01756 702207 // [e-mail]
• Locum Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry
• UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare Location: Scotland Rate: £100 - £120 + negotiable Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available) Start Date: ASAP Make a Real Difference in Mental Health
• On Your Terms Are you a dedicated Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry looking for the flexibility and variety that locum work offers?

At Medacs Healthcare, we're proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We're currently recruiting for locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Forensic Psychiatry with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Whether you're seeking a short-term placement or a longer-term assignment, we'll help you find the right fit.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer: Priority Access to Locum Shifts

• Get exclusive early access to psychiatry locum roles across the UK. Shifts That Works for You
• Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals NHS-Approved Framework Agency
• As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.

Dedicated Recruitment Consultant

• Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.

Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding

• Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
• Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points) GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support
• We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.

Lucrative Referral Scheme

• Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make. 24/7/365 Support
• Our team is available around the clock
• whenever you need us.

What We're Looking For Essential:

MBBS or equivalent medical degree Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility) A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check

• or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process Experience in adult mental health settings UK Right to Work A flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach Desirable: CCT in Forensic Psychiatry Locations Available We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including: Greater London Midlands North West & North East England South East & South West England Scotland Wales Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.