Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute

Athona Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment service in the UK is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for an acute inpatient mental health service in Exeter. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £165k plus additional benefits like a car allowance and bonus. Candidates must have full GMC registration and experience in adult psychiatry. Enjoy a supportive environment while making a real difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off

Enhanced pension & life assurance

Free meals while on duty

Protected CPD and development time

Medical indemnity cover

Wellbeing and EAP services

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise required.
• Experience in inpatient psychiatric settings is mandatory.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care for up to 16 inpatients with complex needs.
• Lead on diagnosis and evidence-based treatment planning.
• Participate in second-tier on-call rota as the Responsible Clinician.

Skills

Full GMC registration with licence to practise

MRCPsych or equivalent

Experience in general adult inpatient or community psychiatry

Confidence managing risk

Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary working

Education

MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College

Job description

Overview

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established multidisciplinary team within a purpose-built acute inpatient mental health service.

You’ll be supporting adults with enduring and acute mental illness across single-gender wards. This role offers the chance to be clinically involved and professionally supported in a setting designed to stabilise and promote recovery.

Position

Salary: Up to £165k dependant on experience + £8,400 car allowance + £10,000 bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Setting: Acute inpatient mental health – male and female wards
Location: Exeter, Devon

Responsibilities

• Oversee care for up to 16 inpatients with complex needs
• Lead on diagnosis and evidence-based treatment planning
• Collaborate closely with MDT including nursing, OT, psychology and social work
• Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act and liaison with MoJ if applicable
• Participate in second-tier on-call rota as the RC
• Complete documentation including discharge summaries within 24 hours
• Support service development and uphold clinical governance

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise
• MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College
• Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status
• Experience in general adult inpatient or community psychiatry
• Confidence managing risk and contributing to multidisciplinary working

Benefits

• Competitive salary & car allowance
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Enhanced pension & life assurance
• Free meals while on duty
• Protected CPD and development time
• Medical indemnity cover
• Wellbeing and EAP services

What Athona offer you

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to [e-mail]