Consultant Psychiatrist - Male PICU

Cygnet; Bury; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team in Bury. In this pivotal role, you will provide senior medical cover in a specialist Male PICU ward, ensuring high-quality care and overseeing treatment plans. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, contribute to audits, and drive compliance with healthcare standards. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities, a generous salary, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in mental health, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

5 days study leave

Company-paid Life Assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Research opportunities

Teaching roles

Gym discounts

Free meals

Smart Health Toolkit

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered with experience in psychiatry.
• Understanding of Mental Health Act and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality care provision for patients in the PICU.
• Conduct mental state examinations and treatment plans.
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals.

Skills

Psychiatry

Communication Skills

Mental Health Act Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych)

Job description

Pay Up to £170,000 per year (Depending on experience)

Hours: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Role: Other Qualified Professional

Posted: 2 May 2025

Closes: 2 Jun 2025

Job Description

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist

Service Line: Male PICU

Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director

Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to work at Cynet Hospital Bury Dunes, providing senior medical cover on our specialist Male PICU ward.

South Hampton Ward is a 12-bed male PICU accepting emergency and crisis admissions from various sources, including acute and prison services. The ward aims to deliver rapid interventions to help service users regain control and move to less restrictive settings or return home. The team is experienced in supporting deaf individuals, with staff trained in British Sign Language.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician, overseeing inpatient care, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with GMC standards and other guidelines. Your expertise will drive treatment plans supported by a multidisciplinary team including a Specialty Doctor, nurses, psychologists, and occupational therapists. There is also an opportunity for career progression to Medical Director.

We offer excellent professional development, benefits, and discounts, supporting your well-being both professionally and personally. Apply now to advance your career and make a meaningful difference daily.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Lead high-quality care provision for patients admitted to South Hampton Ward.
2. Act as a positive role model with a professional attitude towards patients, families, visitors, and staff.
3. Take responsibility for patient treatment plans alongside the multidisciplinary team.
4. Assess referrals and conduct mental state examinations.
5. Perform investigations, diagnosis, and treatment.
6. Conduct ward rounds, reviews, and audits.
7. Implement risk assessments, risk management, and clinical governance.
8. Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and attend hearings.
9. Liaise with the Ministry of Justice regarding patient transfers and leave approvals.
10. Maintain accurate patient records.
11. Ensure regular communication with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager.
12. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, staff, and other stakeholders.
13. Participate in academic meetings and adhere to CPD standards set by GMC, the Department of Health, and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
14. Contribute to the telephone on-call rota.

Benefits include:

• Salary up to £170,000 per year
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service length
• 5 days study leave, study budget, in-house CPD/peer programs
• Company-paid Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities, including publishing and joining research groups
• Teaching roles, including medical students and postgraduate programs
• Participation in QI & audit initiatives
• Cash plan benefits up to £1000 annually for physiotherapy, optical, dental, scans, prescriptions
• Gym discounts and online fitness classes
• Discount schemes (Reward Gateway, NHS, Blue Lights)
• Free meals, on-site parking, EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit with 24-hour GP service
• Electric Car Scheme

Candidate requirements:

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent)
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12, and AC status
• Experience and knowledge in psychiatry
• Understanding of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and related codes
• Excellent communication skills for assessment, treatment, and documentation
• Commitment to professional development
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

We are committed to quality and safety, requiring successful candidates to undergo enhanced DBS and reference checks. Employment is contingent upon clearance.

If you are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you. Click the link to apply or send your CV to the provided email.