Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS (Child And Adolescent Mental Health Services)

National Locums; Scotland; On-site; GBP 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist with a focus on CAMHS has opened in Scotland with National Locums. This full-time locum position offers a chance to make a substantial impact in psychiatric care for children and adolescents, starting immediately for a duration of 6 months, with competitive rates and support provided.

Benefits

Competitive locum rates

Assistance with travel and accommodation

Dedicated recruitment consultant support

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required.
• CCT in Psychiatry with a CAMHS subspecialty essential.
• Previous experience in a similar consultant role.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert psychiatric care to children and adolescents within a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct assessments and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Collaborate with families and community services for holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Teamworking

Education

CCT in Psychiatry with a subspecialty in CAMHS

Full GMC registration with a license to practise

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Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS (Child And Adolescent Mental Health Services), Orkney

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Client:

National Locums

Location:

Orkney, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)
Location: Scotland
Contract Type: Full-Time, Locum
Duration: 6 Months (ASAP Start)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Psychiatrist with a specialist interest in CAMHS to join a dedicated and supportive team in Scotland. This full-time locum role is available for an immediate start and will run for an initial period of 6 months, with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert psychiatric care to children and adolescents within a multidisciplinary team setting

Conduct assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop comprehensive treatment plans

Offer clinical leadership and support to junior medical staff and other professionals

Collaborate with families, schools, and community services to ensure holistic patient care

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Requirements:

Full GMC registration with a license to practise

CCT in Psychiatry with a subspecialty in CAMHS (or equivalent)

Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status (desirable)

Previous experience in a similar consultant role within CAMHS

Excellent communication and teamworking skills

Competitive locum rates

Assistance with travel and accommodation (if required)

Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout your placement

Start Date: ASAP

If you’re a passionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist ready to make a meaningful impact in CAMHS, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.