Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry - Liaison

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare organization is seeking two enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrists to join their dynamic Liaison Psychiatry team in Southampton. This role offers the opportunity to provide holistic care for patients with mental health needs, collaborate closely with acute colleagues, and lead a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidates will have the chance to specialize in substance use disorders or support the education team, contributing to the development of innovative mental health services. Join a large NHS Foundation Trust committed to high-quality healthcare and staff development, and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and MRCPsych or equivalent required.
• Experience in liaison psychiatry and addictions psychiatry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership within the Adult Liaison Psychiatry team.
• Work across hospital departments and develop special interests.

Skills

Consultation Skills

Mental Health Diagnosis

Substance Use Disorder Management

Clinical Leadership

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCPsych or equivalent

CCT in General Adult Psychiatry

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Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry - Liaison, Southampton

Client:

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking two enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrists to join our Liaison Psychiatry team.

Our team works in a large acute Trust with several tertiary services. We collaborate closely with acute colleagues to provide holistic care for patients with mental health needs admitted to the hospital. We diagnose and manage a wide range of mental health problems associated with physical morbidities and support teams in managing patients with long-term chronic health conditions. The team is funded for a total of 5.0 WTE consultants, including doctors-in-training, nurse practitioners, and liaison psychology staff.

Post 1 - Consultant General Adult Liaison Psychiatrist with a special interest in substance use disorders. 8 PA post with two sessions dedicated to Substance Use Disorders Psychiatry.

Post 2 - Consultant General Adult Liaison Psychiatrist & Education Lead for the Liaison Psychiatry Team. 8 PA post with two sessions to support the department's Education Team.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be based at Southampton General Hospital, University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. They will be appointed by Southern Health Foundation Trust but also hold an honorary contract with University Hospitals Southampton NHS Trust. The role involves providing clinical leadership within the Adult Liaison Psychiatry team, working across hospital departments, and developing special interests aligned with the post-holder's expertise. The team offers 24/7 practitioner coverage, operates a Band 7 triage model, and includes a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, trainees, psychologists, nurses, and administrative staff.

About us

Southern Health is one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts, specializing in mental health, learning disabilities, and physical health community services. With over 7,000 staff across more than 200 sites, we are committed to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare and fostering staff development. We are evolving into the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust, launching in July 2024, to better serve our diverse communities and enhance collaboration and career opportunities.

Job description

Further details about the Trust and the role can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration, MRCPsych or recognized equivalent, eligible for the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT, with a CCT in general adult psychiatry. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Desirable

• Experience in liaison psychiatry for adults
• Experience working with detained inpatients as senior trainee or consultant
• Experience in Addictions psychiatry (Substance Use Disorder)
• Experience in audit and clinical governance principles

Employer details

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address:

Princess Anne Hospital, Coxford Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 5YA