Consultant Psychiatrist

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; South Norfolk; On-site; GBP 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the Diss, Norfolk area is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist. The role involves assessing and treating patients within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must be medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent. The position offers a salary of £160,000 - £170,000 and benefits such as 25–30 days of annual leave, training opportunities, and more.

Benefits

Free meals

Wellbeing support

Career development

Qualifications

• Medically qualified and on GMC's specialist register.
• Experienced in mental health diagnosis.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assess referrals and undertake mental state examinations.
• Lead the implementation of risk management.

Skills

Adult psychiatry experience

Knowledge of Mental Health Act

First-rate communication

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Education

MRC Psych or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An outstanding new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Diss, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of the UK\'s leading health care providers. This service provides low secure care and specialised treatment for adults aged 18 years and older with a learning disability. Patients may also have other associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs).

To be considered for this position you must be medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent and on GMC\'s specialist register.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
• Assess referrals and undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis and treatment
• Participate in ward rounds and clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management and embed clinical governance
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managers\' hearings and attend hearings
• Participate in the 1 in 6/7 telephone on-call rota

Qualifications and experience

• Medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent and on GMC\'s specialist register
• Experienced and knowledgeable in adult psychiatry and mental health diagnosis
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess and treat patients and write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Salary, hours and benefits

The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary of £160,000 - £170,000 per annum DOE. This position is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours a week. Benefits include:

• Annual leave 25–30 days depending on length of service – plus your birthday off
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities
• Career development and training
• Pension contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Package

How to apply

Reference ID: 6312

To apply for this role, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail]. Talk to Jupiter Recruitment on WhatsApp at 07856 209032.