Consultant Psychiatrist

Priory Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Bristol seeks a Consultant Psychiatrist responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team in a female acute inpatient setting. This role expects extensive experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, a commitment to quality care, and an opportunity for professional development in a well-supported environment. The position offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals on duty

Enhanced maternity pay

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Cycle to work scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Refer a friend bonuses

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience at consultant level in the NHS essential.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams and clinical leadership required.
• Current license to practice on the appropriate specialist register.

Responsibilities

• Take consultant responsibility for general psychiatry on a 10-bedded female acute ward.
• Work with patients referred from the NHS within a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise junior medical staff and participate in clinical governance.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Clinical Governance

Education

CCST / CCT in Psychiatry

MRCPsych or equivalent

Job description

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Priory Hospital Bristol, Heath House Lane, Stapleton, BS16 1EQ

Priory Group Division

Hours

30

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Advert Role Description

Ready for the recognition and rewards you deserve?

We don’t just talk about putting employees first. We know that Priory wouldn’t exist without their combined energy, expertise and effort. So we invest heavily in training, provide first-class support, promote collaborative teamwork and give everyone on our team the opportunities and resources to achieve their full potential.

Priory Hospital Bristol is an elegant 18th century country residence set in beautiful parkland close to the centre of Bristol, less than 5 minutes away from the M32 leading directly onto the M4/M5 motorway. Bristol is part of the Healthcare Division of Priory Group. It has 77 beds over seven wards, varying from Eating Disorders, Acute Mental Health, Adult Psychiatric Intensive Care, Acquired Brain Injury, Huntingdon’s, and Dementia. Please contact Dr Harland, Medical Director, for further information.

This is an employed post to take consultant responsibility for general psychiatry on our 10-bedded female acute inpatient ward, working with patients referred from the NHS.

The ward has a multidisciplinary team including a Specialty Doctor.

• You will hold a CCST / CCT (or equivalent) in Psychiatry and have experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficulties.
• You will have experience at consultant level psychiatry and will have held a consultant position in the NHS.
• You will hold a current license to practice and be on the appropriate specialist register.

Person Specification

• MRCPsych or equivalent
• AC approved and S12 approved MHA 1983
• Previous experience as an NHS consultant
• Experience in acute inpatient and outpatient settings
• CCT in General Adult Psychiatry
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and being a clinical leader
• Experience supervising junior medical staff
• Experience working with management teams
• Experience of service change and improvement
• Experience involved in clinical governance and quality improvement

What we’d like to give you:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by 2 days after 5 years of service)
• Opportunities to develop and progress in various care settings
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals on duty
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Online benefits and cashback rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Long service awards

Please note: Priory Healthcare is a smoke-free environment.

About us

As one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and support services, Priory promises a challenging and fulfilling career with the support of a world-class organisation willing to invest in your development. Across our network of hospitals, residential care homes, and supported living services, we aim to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of those we support.

As part of our infection control efforts and to meet our requirements, we record vaccination status for all colleagues. We request that you disclose this information during your pre-employment checks. Your vaccination status will not affect any employment offer and will be held in line with GDPR. Thank you for your understanding.

Disclosure

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of your DBS check.