Consultant Psychiatrist - Kintyre and Islay

TN United Kingdom; Lochgilphead; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a rewarding role in the rural areas of Kintyre and Islay. This position offers the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team, engage in outpatient work, and contribute to strategic service development. With a friendly and forward-thinking team, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact on community mental health services while enjoying flexible working options. This role not only allows for professional growth but also provides a supportive environment to thrive in your career.

Qualifications

• Must be on the GMC Specialist Register with a Licence to Practice.
• Experience in community mental health services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant leadership within the community mental health team.
• Conduct domiciliary visits and oversee admitted patients.

Skills

Consultant Psychiatry

Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

Crisis Management

Mental Health Act Knowledge

Community Mental Health Services

Education

GMC Specialist Register

CCT in Psychiatry

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Consultant Psychiatrist - Kintyre and Islay, Lochgilphead

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Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

NHS HIGHLAND

Argyll and Bute

Consultant Psychiatrist Kintyre and Islay

(additional sessions available for other specialties)

This General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist post is based in the rural areas of Kintyre, Islay, and Jura. The post holder will be responsible for outpatient work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with one session in reach to the local inpatient ward to oversee admitted patients.

The Community Mental Health Team includes psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, psychology, and social work services. In-patient beds are at Succoth Ward, Mid Argyll.

The successful applicant will provide consultant leadership within the community mental health team, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, crisis team, social work, and voluntary organizations to deliver comprehensive services. Responsibilities include RMO duties under the Mental Health Act, domiciliary visits, legal work, and collaboration with GPs and other teams. The post also involves contributing to strategic service development.

Please note: blended and remote working options are available.

The post involves 8 programmed activities (sessions) per week, with a 5:1 DCC:SPA ratio. The team is friendly and forward-thinking, with peer support valued. There will be opportunities for remote access and domiciliary visits, along with involvement in local academic programs. Junior support varies depending on trainee rotations.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register with a Licence to Practice or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview.

For more information, contact Dr. Paul Morrison, Clinical Lead, via email [emailprotected]

Visit www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk for more info on NHS Highland.

Job reference: 213902

NHS Scotland promotes equality and diversity and encourages applications from all societal sections.

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NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, an area of 12,500 sq miles, fostering a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values: Care and compassion, Dignity and respect, Openness, honesty and responsibility, Quality and teamwork.

Note: NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time workweek from 37.5 to 37 hours from 1 April 2024, with no pay change. This may temporarily include up to 30 extra minutes weekly until new rosters are implemented. Contact the recruiting board with questions.