Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist - Rathbone Low Secure Unit Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Tripple Tree Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join their dedicated team at a low secure unit in Liverpool. This permanent role involves managing a diverse caseload of male inpatients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care within a supportive environment. With a strong emphasis on statutory responsibilities and patient management, this role is ideal for a qualified psychiatrist looking to advance their career in a dynamic and rewarding setting. Flexibility and participation in organizational transformation are encouraged, making it a great opportunity for professionals passionate about mental health.

Benefits

10% R&R Payment

Flexible Working Requests Considered

Qualifications

• Must be approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Experience in managing detained patients and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient management and discharge planning.
• Exercise statutory responsibilities under the Mental Health Act.
• Supervise junior staff and participate in service management.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Patient Management

Collaboration with Agencies

Supervision of Staff

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Registration in Forensic Psychiatry

Job description

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist - Rathbone Low Secure Unit Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

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Overview

The Trust seeks a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist at Rathbone Low Secure Unit, Liverpool. The service has 32 male beds across two wards, providing assessment and management for patients from Liverpool, South Sefton, Southport, and Kirkby, covering approximately 1/3 million population. It offers low secure forensic care for detained patients with significant risk of harm who cannot be managed in non-secure settings. The role is permanent, due to retirement, and involves working within a multidisciplinary team, managing a caseload of 16 male inpatients, and collaborating with other agencies.

Responsibilities

1. Lead on patient management, including preadmission planning, MDT meetings, CPA reviews, and discharge planning.
2. Exercise statutory responsibilities for detained patients under the Mental Health Act, including reporting to the Ministry of Justice and tribunal attendance.
3. Assess referral cases from various sources, participate in weekly referral and review meetings, and oversee admission processes.
4. Participate in service management, attend clinical and service meetings, and supervise junior staff.

Additional Details

The post attracts a 10% R&R payment, reviewed in 2025. The post holder must be approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 and be an Approved Clinician. Flexibility and participation in organizational transformation are encouraged.

About Mersey Care

One of the UK’s largest trusts, serving over 1.4 million people, offering inpatient and community services across mental health, learning disability, addiction, and brain injury sectors, including high secure facilities.

Application Details

Closing date: Wednesday 28 May 2025. Flexible working requests will be considered.