Consultant Psychiatrist Eating Disorders

Pulse Healthcare; Wales; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist healthcare service in the United Kingdom is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for their Eating Disorder service. This role demands experience in General Adult Psychiatry, ideally in acute inpatient or community settings. Responsibilities include acting as a Responsible Clinician, managing patient assessments, and providing clinical leadership. The position offers a competitive salary along with generous annual leave, life assurance, and opportunities for professional development. This is a full-time role, ensuring a supportive working environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Group personal pension plan

Life assurance and medical indemnity cover

Enhanced maternity package

Free meals while on duty

Employee wellbeing support

CPD and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and managing complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Act as Responsible Clinician for patients on the ward managing a dedicated caseload.
• Conduct assessments and manage referrals to the service.
• Oversee physical health assessments and document findings within care records.
• Complete professional reports including care reviews, CPA and tribunal reports.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, reflection and risk management for the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

EMR Systems

Post Residency Experience

Hospital Experience

Behavioral Health

Leadership Experience

Mental Health Counseling

Addiction Counseling

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist Eating Disorder Service

A specialist Inpatient Eating Disorder service for women is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their multidisciplinary team. The service provides evidence-based personalised treatment programmes within a supportive clinically-focused environment.

This role is suitable for a Consultant with experience in General Adult Psychiatry ideally with prior exposure to acute inpatient or community settings and experience in risk assessment and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Responsible Clinician for patients on the ward managing a dedicated caseload.
• Conduct assessments and manage referrals to the service.
• Oversee physical health assessments and document findings within care records.
• Complete professional reports including care reviews, CPA and tribunal reports.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, reflection and risk management for the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Uphold principles of clinical governance and adhere to organisational policies.
• Participate in an annual appraisal programme and develop personal development plans.
• Take part in the on-call rota covering the regional network of services.

Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• MRCPsych (or equivalent) approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and managing complex cases.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• 30 days annual leave, bank holidays, birthday leave.
• Group personal pension plan and employer contribution.
• Life assurance and medical indemnity cover.
• Enhanced maternity package.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Employee wellbeing support and activities.
• CPD and career development opportunities.
• Flexibility to work in clinically-led environments.
• Access to a supportive peer network and professional community.

Key Skills

• EMR Systems
• Post Residency Experience
• Hospital Experience
• Transportation Management Systems
• Behavioral Health
• Library Services
• Pharmacy Residency
• Epic
• Leadership Experience
• Mental Health Counseling
• PTSD Care
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1