Consultant Psychiatrist

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to deliver clinical care and lead mental health service developments. The role involves assessing patients and conducting risk assessments within a multi-disciplinary team. Applicants must hold current GMC registration and a specialist psychiatry qualification. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £196,736 annually with opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Financial assistance support

Qualifications

• Registered professional with current registration (GMC).
• Specialist Registration in either General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry.
• Approved under section 12 (2) of the MHS 1983.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent clinical care to patients on the case load.
• Participate in the strategic direction of the mental health service.
• Lead senior mental health clinicians on service developments.

Skills

Clinical care

Assessment and treatment

Clinical supervision

Knowledge in adult psychiatry

Understanding of multi-disciplinary working

Education

Registered with GMC

Specialist Registration in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry

Approved under section 12 (2) MHS 1983

Job description

Job Overview

As a Consultant Psychiatrist your responsibilities will vary. You will provide excellent clinical care, assessment and treatment to patients on the case load onsite, actively participate in the strategic direction of the mental health service, lead senior mental health clinicians on service developments and provide clinical supervision, and work within the multi‑disciplinary team to review referrals, determine appropriate treatment plans, conduct risk assessments and engage in multi‑professional complex case reviews.

Professional Development and Benefits

We offer a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, including both internal and external options for development and learning. We also provide discounts on shopping and leisure activities, support to grow in your role and continue your professional development, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Registered professional with current registration (GMC)
• Specialist Registration in either General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry
• Approved under section 12 (2) of the MHS 1983
• Understanding of the complexities of multi‑disciplinary and multi‑agency working
• Up to date knowledge in the adult psychiatry and PD
• Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy and legislation

Core Values

• We treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• We act with integrity
• We embrace diversity
• We strive to do things better together

Work Schedule and Salary

4 days / 8 sessions per week between Monday to Friday. This role can be offered as a job share, or if you are looking for full time it can be worked across HMP Five Wells and HMP Gartree or HMP Stocken. You will receive an annual salary up to £196,736 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

Team and Support

• Part of a team of 20 plus experienced and supportive Consultant psychiatrists
• Monthly Consultant meeting and 1:1 clinical supervision
• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework

Application Requirements

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.