Consultant - Forensic Psychiatrist - Riverside Centre

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in mental health is seeking two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists for a permanent position at The Riverside Centre. The role involves managing inpatient caseloads, participating in on-call duties, and performing access assessments. Successful candidates will join a supportive multidisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive care. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth within a complex care environment. Interested applicants should submit their applications before January 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified consultant forensic psychiatrist.
• Experience in managing inpatient psychiatric care.
• Capability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of male and female inpatients.
• Participate in on-call duties.
• Conduct access assessments to the service.
• Engage in additional activities with consultant colleagues.

Job description

Overview

A vacancy at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust for two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists. The post is permanent or a secondment opportunity and will be based within the male medium secure and women’s blended services at The Riverside Centre. Post holders will act as Responsible Clinician for 12–16 male inpatients or 10–12 female inpatients, managing the caseload from admission to discharge.

Support & Team

You will be supported by a full and expanding multidisciplinary team, including a medical secretary, junior doctors, a clinical psychologist, a social worker, an occupational therapist, nursing colleagues, a visiting GP, dentist, and a well‑established physical health team.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient management for assigned male or female inpatients.
• On‑call work.
• Access assessments to the service.
• Additional activities negotiated with consultant colleagues in line with our new model of care.

Contact

Dr Nikhil Khisty – Associate Medical Director: [e-mail]
Dr Andrew Haddock – Lead Consultant: [e-mail]
Dr Ramachandran Lakshmanan – Lead Consultant: [e-mail]

Important Note

This advert closes on Saturday 31 Jan 2026.