Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist

Medacs Healthcare; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in Old Age Psychiatry across the UK. This role offers flexibility in short-term and long-term placements within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care. Candidates should have an MBBS or equivalent, full GMC registration, and experience in adult mental health. Attractive benefits include 24/7 support and wellbeing resources to enhance your career in mental health.

Benefits

Priority Access to Locum Shifts

Free Wellbeing Support

GMC Revalidation Support

24/7/365 Support

Qualifications

• Experience in adult mental health settings is essential.
• Full GMC registration required.
• Eligibility for Approved/Responsible Clinician status is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews.
• Leading treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
• Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs.

Skills

Experience in adult mental health settings

Flexible and patient-focused approach

Collaborative working in multidisciplinary teams

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full GMC registration with a license to practice

Job description

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

Hospital Name: NHS Tayside
Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age Psychiatry
Location: Dundee
Rate: £100-110
Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)
Start Date: January 2026

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.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
• Leading treatment planning and clinical decision-making
• Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
• Liaising with community services and external partners

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

Desirable:

• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

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

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

Apply Today

Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.