Consultant Psychiatrist - Female Personality Disorders

Integrated Care System; Grove Green; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kent is looking for a skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. The successful candidate will oversee a 16-bed personality disorder service, ensuring the highest standards of care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a salary starting at £165,000 per year, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development and progression to a Medical Director level.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Company-paid Life Assurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Company-funded health benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mental health settings.
• Proven track record in managing treatment plans.
• Strong communication skills with patients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality care for patients admitted to Roseacre Ward.
• Assess referrals and conduct mental state examinations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and conduct audits.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Team collaboration

Clinical governance

Risk assessment

Education

Consultant Psychiatrist qualification

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist - Female Personality Disorders

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to work at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone, providing senior medical cover on our 16-bed personality disorder service for women.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician, overseeing and maintaining the care of all ward inpatients as required, and will also be responsible for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward to ensure their quality in accordance with GMC standards and other professional guidelines.

Your expertise will drive life-changing treatment, supported by a Specialty Doctor and a multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologists, and occupational therapists.

There is an opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.

Main duties of the job

Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is purpose-built to meet the latest national standards for mental health care within a therapeutic environment. The hospital provides vital services for local patients from Kent.

The hospital is divided into four wards, each offering specialized mental health services. We deliver high-quality care through a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, focusing on discharge planning from the moment patients arrive.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician with overall medical responsibility for patient treatment plans, liaising closely with the multidisciplinary team.

All patients are NHS patients. This role is suitable for those wishing to continue working in the NHS while exploring opportunities in the independent sector.

About us

Cygnet has provided high-quality mental health services for over 30 years, building a reputation for pioneering services and excellent outcomes. Our care helps thousands of individuals positively transform their lives.

We maintain strong relationships with regulators, undergo regular inspections, and have 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also have an internal quality system focused on care, treatment, and outcomes.

Job responsibilities

• Service Line: Female Personality Disorders
• Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director
• Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We seek an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist for Cygnet Hospital Maidstone to provide senior medical cover on Roseacre Ward, our 16-bed personality disorder service for women.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician, overseeing inpatient care and auditing medical services to ensure quality standards are met.

Our state-of-the-art, 63-bed mental health facility is located in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone. Roseacre Ward offers a recovery-focused pathway supporting service users in managing their mental health and preparing for independent living.

Your expertise will be central to delivering impactful treatment, supported by a Specialty Doctor and a multidisciplinary team.

And you'll have opportunities to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.

At Cygnet, we offer professional development, discounts, and benefits to support your well-being both professionally and personally.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects and make a difference every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality care for patients admitted to Roseacre Ward
• Act as a positive role model with a professional attitude towards patients, families, visitors, and staff
• Take responsibility for patient treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Assess referrals and conduct mental state examinations
• Undertake investigations, diagnosis, and treatment
• Conduct ward rounds, reviews, and audits
• Implement risk assessments and clinical governance
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and attend hearings
• Coordinate with the Ministry of Justice regarding patient transfers and leave
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Communicate regularly with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• Engage with patients, relatives, staff, and other stakeholders, maintaining appropriate reports
• Participate in academic meetings and adhere to professional standards for CPD
• Contribute to the on-call rota

Why choose Cygnet? We offer:

• Salary from £165,000 per year (negotiable)
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service length
• Study leave, budget, and in-house CPD programs
• Company-paid Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities, including publishing and joining research groups
• Teaching roles, including medical students and postgraduate programs
• Leadership in QI & audit projects
• Company-funded health benefits, including physiotherapy, optical, dental, and prescriptions
• Discounts on gym memberships and online fitness classes

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Please refer to the main job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check, and applicants must disclose any criminal convictions as required by law.