Consultant Forensic Psychiatry - London

Medacs Healthcare; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist in Forensic Psychiatry for various UK-wide opportunities. The role involves conducting assessments, leading treatment plans, and providing high-quality care to adults with complex mental health needs. Applicants must have a GMC licence and experience in adult mental health settings. Competitive rates of £90-£110 per hour and both short-term and long-term assignments are available.

Benefits

Priority access to locum shifts

Flexible assignment options

NHS-approved agency benefits

Dedicated recruitment support

Free wellbeing support

GMC revalidation support

Referral scheme bonuses

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Essential: MBBS or equivalent, GMC registration, and relevant clinician status.
• Desirable: CCT in Forensic Psychiatry (or close to achieving).

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and reviews.
• Lead treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
• Support junior medical staff and MDTs.
• Liaise with community services and external partners.

Skills

Experience in adult mental health settings

Flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status

Job description

Locum Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Forensic Psychiatry
Location: North West
Rate: £90-£110 per hour.
Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)
Start Date & End Date: 1 Dec 2025 - 27 Feb 2026

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?

• 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.
• Free Wellbeing Support - 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.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
• Leading treatment planning and clinical decision‑making
• Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
• Liaising with community services and external partners

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 (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

• 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.

Apply Today

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