Consultant in Adult Psychiatry

Pulse; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to join their team in Liverpool. The ideal candidate will provide clinical leadership, conduct psychiatric assessments, and lead multidisciplinary teams to enhance mental health services. Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and possess relevant qualifications. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development and various work opportunities in NHS and private sectors.

Benefits

£300 recommend a friend bonus scheme

Access to high-quality CPD training events

Variety of work opportunities in both NHS and private sectors

Support from dedicated consultants

Qualifications

• Experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist in adult mental health services.
• Expertise in diagnosing and managing mental health disorders.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and expertise in adult psychiatry.
• Oversee assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
• Lead the development of comprehensive care plans.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Psychiatric assessments

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Full registration with the General Medical Council

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Consultant in Adult Psychiatry, Merseyside

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Pulse

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Merseyside, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Consultant in Adult Psychiatry

Company: Pulse Mental Health

Location: Liverpool

About Us: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency specialising in mental health care services. We are dedicated to providing exceptional staffing solutions to support the diverse needs of our clients across the healthcare sector. Our mission is to connect talented professionals with rewarding opportunities where they can make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges. As advocates for mental wellness, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to join our esteemed team in Liverpool. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and compassionate psychiatrist to lead and contribute to the delivery of high-quality mental health services for adults within our community. The post is available is offering full time hours per week for an initial period of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and expertise in adult psychiatry, overseeing the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adults with mental health disorders.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the development and implementation of comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs and goals.
• Conduct psychiatric assessments, formulate accurate diagnoses, and prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Provide consultation and support to primary care providers, community mental health teams, and other stakeholders involved in the care of adults with mental health needs.
• Supervise and mentor junior medical staff, including specialty trainees, medical students, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Participate in service development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and research activities to enhance the delivery of mental health care services for adults.

Requirements:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and inclusion on the Specialist Register for Psychiatry (or eligibility for registration).
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (or equivalent qualification).
• Significant experience working as a Consultant Psychiatrist in adult mental health services, with a strong track record of clinical excellence and leadership.
• Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of mental health disorders in adults, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and personality disorders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and engagement in clinical governance activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the ongoing improvement of mental health services for adults.
• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training event
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with a passion for providing high-quality mental health care for adults, we invite you to join our team at Pulse Mental Health. To apply, please submit your CV below.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.