Consultant in Adult Psychiatry- Grantham

Pulsejobs.com; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Adult Psychiatrist for a Consultant role in Grantham, Lincolnshire. The position involves leadership, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and direct psychiatric care, ensuring high-quality treatment in a compassionate environment. Ideal candidates will have Approved Clinician status and significant experience in acute psychiatric settings.

Benefits

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in an in-patient setting.
• Experience of working in a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit.
• Knowledge of MHA and MCA.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team for an NHS client.
• Collaborate with clinical colleagues to develop treatment services.
• Oversee the performance of Consultant Psychiatrists.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Effective Communication

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Approved Clinician Status

GMC Registration

MRCPsych

Job description

Job Title: Adult Psychiatrist
Grade: Consultant
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire
Working Hours: 37.5 hours
Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to lead a dedicated team for a NHS client in Grantham, Lincolnshire. This role calls for a dynamic and inspiring leader who can cultivate a professional and open culture, empowering our clinical staff to deliver exceptional and compassionate care.

What will your responsibilities be?
In this role, you will collaborate with clinical colleagues and managers to develop a comprehensive treatment service, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based responses to mental health issues. You will provide psychiatric care advice, taking responsibility for a defined caseload of patients. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will foster positive relationships with the Medical Director, Hospital Director, Clinical Services Manager, and external stakeholders. You will oversee the performance of Consultant Psychiatrists, supporting appraisal and revalidation processes, and addressing conduct or performance concerns. Additionally, you will maintain professional leadership, offer clinical supervision and mentorship, and support the Responsible Officer in appraisal and revalidation. Representing the business externally, you will build relationships with commissioners and key partners. You will participate in an out-of-hours rota, ensure adequate consultant cover, engage in quality enhancement projects, and undertake relevant research. Furthermore, you will lead educational and health promotion activities, liaise with General Practitioners, lead the CPD programme, and provide medical input on initiatives such as NICE recommendations and external investigations.

Qualifications and Experiences:
• Approved Clinician status
• Section 12(2) approved
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) and in good CPD standing with same
• GMC registered
• At least five years’ experience in in-patient setting
• Experience of working in a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit
• Experience of working in Acute Services (Male of Female)
• Ability to take independent Clinical decisions and demonstrate clinical leadership.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice
• In depth knowledge of MHA and MCA
• Effective communication skills – verbal and written.
• Up to date with current practices in in-patient Psychiatry
• Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
• Evidence of participation in audit

How to apply?
If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail.
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