Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic Psychiatry

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the West Midlands is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist for a challenging yet rewarding position. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care for individuals with complex mental health needs. This role offers excellent clinical leadership opportunities and involves comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and adherence to mental health legislation.

Qualifications

• CCT in Psychiatry with Forensic Psychiatry CCT or substantial forensic experience preferred.
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status required.
• Experience in secure or similar mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments in a secure environment.
• Develop care plans in partnership with multidisciplinary teams.
• Prescribe and monitor treatment, including medication management.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Teamworking

Education

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

CCT in Psychiatry

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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.