Consultant Psychiatrist - Female Personality Disorders

Cygnet Health Care; Heanor; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join a new hospital in Derbyshire. This full-time role offers the chance to lead life-changing treatments for women with complex personality disorders. You’ll work within a supportive multidisciplinary team and have opportunities for career advancement, including potential progression to Medical Director. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in mental health care.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company paid Life Assurance scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Research opportunities

Teaching opportunities

Gym discounts

Free meals

On-site parking

Smart Health Toolkit

Cygnet Annual Medical Conference

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS qualified.
• Experienced in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Take responsibility for patient treatment plans.

Skills

Adult Psychiatry

Mental Health Diagnosis

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Clinical Governance

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC Registration

Royal College of Psychiatrists Membership

Job description

Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development, and a competitive salary?

We have an excellent full-time opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join us at Cygnet Hospital Elowen, located in Derbyshire.

Please note candidates may also be considered for the Medical Director post at Cygnet Hospital Elowen with additional remuneration.

This is our brand new hospital due to open mid-2025.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and provide psychiatric care to patients on our 12-bed female complex personality disorder service for women with a dual diagnosis of personality disorder and co-morbid disordered eating.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment - fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.

And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes, including Leadership and Management programmes accredited by The Chartered Management Institute.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Your role responsibilities

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

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

1. Up to £170,000 per year (up to £175,000 for the Medical Director post) - negotiation possible
2. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
3. 5 days study leave, study budget, and in-house CPD/peer group programme
4. Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
5. Contributory pension scheme
6. Research opportunities including publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
7. Teaching opportunities including medical student teaching and Cygnet CESR and MRCPsych programmes
8. Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
9. Company Funded Cash plan with benefits up to £1000 per annum including physiotherapy, dental, optical, scans, and prescriptions
10. Gym discounts and free online fitness classes with ClassPass, nutritional programs, and fitness consultations
11. Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount, and Blue Lights Card
12. Free meals, on-site parking, and EAP support
13. Smart Health Toolkit including 24-hour GP service with prescription delivery options
14. Cygnet Annual Medical Conference

We are looking for someone who is...

1. Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
2. Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12, and AC Status
3. Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
4. Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005
5. A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
6. Committed to continued professional development
7. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
8. A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to make a positive difference in their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good.