Consultant Psychiatrist (Part-time)

Cygnet Group; Dundee; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 155,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health care provider in Scotland is seeking a part-time Consultant Psychiatrist to oversee care in residential Learning Disability services. The role requires high-quality patient care, effective communication, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must be GMC registered and have experience in Learning Disability Psychiatry, along with the potential to lead and develop within the organization.

Benefits

Salary up to £155,000 per year (pro rata - £62,000 per year)

Generous annual leave entitlement

Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3× salary

Contributory pension scheme

Gym Discounts across the UK

Qualifications

• Experienced & knowledgeable in Learning Disability Psychiatry.
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Committed to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to service users.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans.
• Act as a positive role model for staff.

Skills

Learning Disability Psychiatry

Communication skills

Mental Health Act knowledge

Education

Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent)

Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist

Service Line: Learning Disabilities

Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director

Managerially Responsible to: Operations Director

We are seeking an experienced part-time (4 sessions/week) Consultant Psychiatrist who will work in our Scottish Residential Learning Disability services and provide senior medical cover to our on-call rota (1 in 5).

The post holder will be the Responsible Medical Officer and will oversee and maintain the care of all residents as required and will also have responsibility for ensuring the good quality of medical care offered in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

The Cygnet services covered by this role are:

• Thistle House (Dundee, DD5 1PL) - 10 residents
• Ellen Mhor (Dundee, DD1 2QH) - 12 residents
• Lindsay House (Dundee, DD3 9AG) - 2 residents
• Ranaich (Dunblane, FK15 0DR) - 14 residents
• Trinity House and Trinity Lodge (Lockerbie, DG11 2DS & DG11 2AG) - 18 residents

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first‑class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.

At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users residing in Scottish residential services
• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi‑disciplinary team
• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
• Conduct patient reviews & clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
• Produce any required Mental Health Act reports and attend tribunals.
• Good maintenance of patient records
• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Scotland Medical Director and Operations Director
• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Contribute to 1 in 5 On call rota

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Salary up to £155,000 per year (pro rata - £62,000 per year)
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in‑house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3× salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co‑produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1,000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on‑site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 22 and AMP Status
• Experienced & knowledgeable in Learning Disability Psychiatry
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Adults with Incapacity Act
• A first‑rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high‑quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

As a national care provider, with a network of professional and high quality services across the United Kingdom, we are able to offer solutions and work in partnership with the NHS, CCGs and local authorities to provide the services they need including emergency and planned admissions. Alongside this we are able to provide robust and quality data and CQUIN reporting.

Our nationwide network of specialist services has grown, and the services we offer are now aligned to 11 distinct service lines:

Secure services

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Acute and PICU
• Neuropsychiatric Services
• Mental Health Rehabilitation
• Older Adults
• Personality Disorder
• Eating Disorder
• CAMHS
• Deafness and Mental Health
• Learning Disability

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good' or Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

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