Consultant, Learning Disabilities Psychiatry - Aberdeen

Pulse Healthcare; Scotland; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare in Aberdeen, UK, is seeking an experienced Consultant in Learning Disabilities Psychiatry to work full-time for an NHS client in Aberdeen. The locum role offers an immediate start and a 40-hour work week, with a competitive rate discussed on application.

The post involves delivering specialist psychiatric care to adults with learning disabilities across CMHT and inpatient settings, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and participating in ward rounds, meetings,

Qualifications

• GMC registration is essential.
• Section 22 approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Extensive experience in learning disabilities psychiatry, including CMHT and inpatient care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to delivering patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist psychiatric care to adults with learning disabilities across CMHT and inpatient settings.
• Conduct assessments and develop/oversee treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality NHS services.
• Participate in ward rounds, clinical meetings, and maintain NHS-compliant documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Patient-centered care

Job description

Pulse Healthcare in Aberdeen, UK, is seeking an experienced Consultant in Learning Disabilities Psychiatry to work full-time for an NHS client in Aberdeen. The locum role offers an immediate start and a 40-hour work week, with a competitive rate discussed on application.

The post involves delivering specialist psychiatric care to adults with learning disabilities across CMHT and inpatient settings, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and participating in ward rounds, meetings,