Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic Psychiatry

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité se présente pour un Consultant Psychiatrist au sein d'une équipe multidisciplinaire, où vous fournirez des soins psychiatriques de haute qualité dans un environnement sécurisé. Vous serez en charge d'évaluations complètes et de la supervision des soins des utilisateurs de services, en veillant à l'adhésion à la législation en matière de santé mentale. Ce rôle exige des compétences cliniques, de leadership et une expérience dans des contextes similaires.

Qualifications

• Consultant psychiatre avec une expérience en santé mentale sécurisée.
• Inscription GMC complète avec droit de pratique.
• Expérience en psychiatrie légale préférée.

Responsibilities

• Conduire des évaluations psychiatriques complètes.
• Développer et superviser des plans de soins individualisés.
• Assurer la conformité avec la législation pertinente.

Skills

Leadership clinique

Compétences diagnostiques

Communication

Education

CCT en psychiatrie

Section 12 approval

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04.06.2025

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Job Description:

? 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.