Consultant or Specialty doctor – Forensic Psychiatry – Dorset

RIG Locums Ltd; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant or Specialty doctor in Forensic Psychiatry for part-time work in Dorset. This role involves assessing and overseeing the mental health needs of patients in prison settings, with flexible scheduling and negotiable rates. Qualified candidates must hold a Full GMC License and relevant experience, ready to make an impact in the mental health field.

Benefits

Dedicated support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in similar roles required.
• Right to work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assessing prisoners in house-blocks and Healthcare.
• Managing psychiatric cases in the inpatient unit.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Assessment

Diagnosis

Psychiatric case management

Liaison with external services

Education

Full GMC License to practice

Section 12/RC approval

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Consultant or Specialty doctor – Forensic Psychiatry – Dorset, Salisbury

Client:

RIG Locums Ltd

Location:

Salisbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

CPL UK Healthcare (formerly RIG Locums) is seeking a Forensic Consultant or Specialty doctor with S12, NHS based in Portland and Salisbury, Dorset. The role offers negotiable rates for a dedicated psychiatrist. The trust seeks an enthusiastic Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to work part-time, covering in-reach clinics at three prisons, one day per week, with flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, and overseeing the mental health of patients in your care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing prisoners in house-blocks and Healthcare
• Liaising with external services to arrange CPAs, aftercare, or hospital transfers
• Managing psychiatric cases in the inpatient unit
• Providing other care expected of a consultant in a prison in-reach role
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives with multidisciplinary teams

Additional details:

• Job title: Consultant – General Adult Forensic Psychiatrist
• Location: Portland and Salisbury, Dorset
• Start date: Immediate, ongoing
• Rates: Negotiable according to preference
• Requirements:
• Full GMC License to practice
• Right to Work in the UK
• Relevant experience in similar roles
• Section 12/RC approval

Note: We cannot offer sponsorship. The right to work in the UK is required.

CPL UK Healthcare collaborates with NHS trusts and private hospitals nationwide. We assist with compliance, travel, accommodation, mandatory training, and GMC revalidation services, ensuring early onboarding for timely registration and placement.

Benefits of working with Cpl UK Healthcare:

• Dedicated support from experienced consultants specializing in your field