Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic Psychiatry

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for a full-time position in the West Midlands. The role includes delivering high-quality psychiatric care within a forensic setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex mental health needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical leadership skills, be registered with GMC, and have experience in secure mental health environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in secure or similar mental health settings required.
• Strong clinical and leadership skills necessary.
• In-depth understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments in a secure environment.
• Develop and oversee individualized care plans in partnership with the MDT.
• Provide clinical leadership and oversight to the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Communication

Teamworking

Diagnostic Skills

Understanding of Mental Health Legislation

Education

CCT in Psychiatry

GMC registration with licence to practise

Section 12 approval

Approved Clinician status

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04.06.2025

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? Location: West Midlands

? Start Date: ASAP | Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist in the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality psychiatric care in a secure setting, working closely with a well-established multidisciplinary team to support individuals with complex mental health needs.

? About the Role

The role involves leading on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of service users within a forensic mental health environment. You will provide clinical leadership within a collaborative team that includes an Associate Specialist Doctor, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and experienced nursing staff.

? Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments in a secure environment
• Develop and oversee individualised care plans in partnership with the MDT
• Prescribe and monitor appropriate treatment, including medication management
• Monitor service users’ progress and adjust interventions as required
• Provide clinical leadership and specialist input across the service
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice
• Contribute to ongoing service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• CCT in Psychiatry (with Forensic Psychiatry CCT or substantial forensic experience preferred)
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status
• Experience working within secure or similar mental health settings
• Strong clinical, diagnostic and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and teamworking abilities
• In-depth understanding of relevant mental health legislation and safeguarding procedures

If you are a Consultant psychiatrist with a background in forensic mental health, we would be keen to hear from you.