Consultant or Specialty doctor – Forensic Psychiatry – Dorset

RIG Locums Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier healthcare provider seeks a Forensic Psychiatry Consultant or Specialty doctor for part-time work in prisons. Responsibilities include the mental health management of inmates, with negotiable rates based on expertise. Candidates need a GMC license and relevant experience, with immediate start available.

Benefits

Dedicated support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Relevant previous experience in similar roles is essential.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assessing prisoners in house-blocks and healthcare units.
• Liaising with external services for aftercare or hospital transfers.
• Managing psychiatric cases in inpatient units.

Skills

Assessment

Diagnosis

Psychiatric Case Management

Liaison with external services

Education

Full GMC License to practice

Section 12/RC approval

Job description

Consultant or Specialty doctor – Forensic Psychiatry – Dorset, Portland

Client:

RIG Locums Ltd

Location:

Portland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

21407fdd7c66

Job Views:

4

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 for part-time work, covering in-reach clinics at three prisons, one day per week. Working hours are 9am-5pm on weekdays, with flexibility on the day of the week per prison. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, and overseeing the mental health of patients in your care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing prisoners in house-blocks and healthcare units
• Liaising with external services to arrange CPAs, aftercare, or hospital transfers
• Managing psychiatric cases in the inpatient unit
• Performing other duties typical of a prison in-reach psychiatrist
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives with multidisciplinary teams

Additional Information:

Job details and timetable available upon request. Immediate start in an ongoing position. Rates are negotiable according to your preference.

Requirements:

• Full GMC License to practice
• Right to Work in the UK
• Relevant previous experience in similar roles
• Section 12/RC approval

Note: Sponsorship cannot be provided. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

CPL UK Healthcare collaborates with NHS Trusts nationwide and private hospitals. We assist with compliance, travel, accommodation, mandatory training, and revalidation services. Early onboarding helps doctors complete registration timely and accept suitable locum roles without delay.

Benefits of working with Cpl UK Healthcare:

• Dedicated support from experienced consultants specializing in your field

Important: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be necessary. For more information, check our Blog.

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN, United Kingdom