Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist

Medacs Healthcare; North East; On-site; GBP 124,000 - 145,000; Part time

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is recruiting for Locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Old Age Psychiatry across the UK. Roles vary from short-term to long-term placements, with flexible start dates and negotiable rates.

Ideal candidates hold MBBS or equivalent, full GMC registration, and CCT in Old Age Psychiatry, with Section 12/22 eligibility and a current DBS/PVG check or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree is required.
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Section 12/Section 22 eligibility or eligibility noted.
• Current DBS check or PVG check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in adult mental health settings.
• UK Right to Work.
• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum Consultant Psychiatry services across UK-wide opportunities.
• Match availability with short-term and long-term assignments.
• Collaborate with NHS trusts and recruitment team to fill roles.

Skills

GMC registration

Section 12 eligibility

DBS check readiness

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

CCT in Old Age Psychiatry

Job description

Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Location: Northumbria
Rate: £90 - £105 + negotiable
Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)
Start Date: ASAP

MUST HAVE SECTION 12

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms
Are you a dedicated Consultant in Old Age 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 Old Age 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?
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:

• 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.

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
• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry

Locations Available
We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.

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