Consultant Psychiatrist

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join their mental health team at HMP Stocken. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of adult males with complex mental health needs. With a flexible working schedule and a supportive environment, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality clinical care and leading service development. The organization values diversity and integrity, ensuring inclusive healthcare access for all. This position not only offers competitive remuneration but also ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Support for mental health and financial services

Monthly meetings and 1:1 clinical supervision

Induction and bespoke training

Qualifications

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care, assessments, and treatments.
• Lead service development and supervise clinicians.
• Review referrals and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Clinical Care

Risk Assessments

Treatment Planning

Leadership

Multi-disciplinary Working

Education

Current GMC registration

Specialist registration in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry

Approved under section 12(2) of the MHS 1983

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our mental health team at HMP Stocken. HMP Stocken is a category C training prison housing around 1056 patients, the majority aged between 21-40 years. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support adult males with complex mental health and trauma needs.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We are seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team at HMP Stocken, working approximately 20 hours per week across 2.5 days. We offer flexibility with a rolling rota (2 days one week, 3 the next) and are open to full-time roles across HMP Stocken and other facilities like HMP Gartree or HMP Five Wells.

Salary: Up to £180,000 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

Support and Development

• Part of a team of over 15 experienced Consultant psychiatrists
• Monthly meetings and 1:1 clinical supervision
• Induction and bespoke training, including the Introducing Health in Justice course
• Structured competency framework

Requirements: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment is subject to vetting and security checks.

Main duties

• Provide high-quality clinical care, assessments, and treatments
• Lead service development, supervise clinicians, and participate in strategic planning
• Review referrals, develop treatment plans, conduct risk assessments, and participate in complex case reviews

Additional Benefits and Opportunities

• Career development through internal and external training opportunities
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support for professional growth, including mental health and financial support services

About us

The Practice Plus Group's Health in Justice team operates across over 53 prisons and secure environments, providing NHS services to over 40,000 patients. We value diversity, integrity, and compassionate care, aiming for inclusive healthcare access for all.

Qualifications and Experience

• Current GMC registration
• Specialist registration in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry
• Approved under section 12(2) of the MHS 1983
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
• Up-to-date knowledge of adult psychiatry and mental health policies

Note: The detailed person specification and experience requirements are available upon application.

Additional Information

This role is subject to DBS checks and compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Employer details

Practice Plus Group

2 Stocken Hall Rd, Stretton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7RD

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