Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist | Flexible NHS Role

Sussex Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join their forensic healthcare team. This position offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive inpatient care for male patients under the Mental Health Act. The ideal candidate will have board certification, relevant forensic experience, and NHS experience is preferred. This role includes responsibilities such as conducting independent assessments, chairing recovery reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay scale

Support for training and development

Qualifications

• Must be a board-certified Consultant Psychiatrist with forensic experience.
• Previous NHS experience strongly preferred.
• Approval as a Responsible Clinician is necessary or must be willing to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inpatient care to a caseload of 9 male patients.
• Conduct independent assessments and determine management plans.
• Chair weekly recovery reviews and participate in risk clinics.

Skills

Excellent assessment skills

Diagnosis and management for complex mental health

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Board certification as Consultant Psychiatrist

Relevant forensic experience

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join their forensic healthcare team. This position offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive inpatient care for male patients under the Mental Health Act. The ideal candidate will have board certification, relevant forensic experience, and NHS experience is preferred. This role includes responsibilities such as conducting independent assessments, chairing recovery reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Flexible working options are available.