Consultant Psychiatrist - Rehabilitation - Braeburn House

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Salford; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for its rehabilitation unit at Braeburn House in Salford. The role involves medical leadership, patient assessments, and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings, with a focus on complex physical health issues. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and be in good standing with the GMC.

Qualifications

• GMC registration and license to practice required.
• MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Approved clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly rehab referral meetings and assess new patients.
• Provide medical leadership to the multidisciplinary team.
• Handle responsibilities related to The Mental Health Act.

Skills

Medical leadership

Patient assessment

Risk assessments

Education

MB BS or equivalent

MRCPsych or equivalent

GMC registration with a license to practice

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist - Rehabilitation - Braeburn House

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area: Rehabilitation Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 437-MD-7125020-A

Site: Braeburn House
Town: Salford
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 08/06/2025 23:59

Job overview

Braeburn House is a 28-bed male HDU established in 2016, located in a site that has undergone significant refurbishment. It operates as a partnership between GMMH and Elysium, with nursing staff, ward managers, HCAs, and domestics employed by Elysium, and a senior clinical team employed by GMMH.

The GMMH multidisciplinary team includes 1.5 WTE Consultant psychiatrist sessions, a full-time Senior Nurse for mental health, a Senior Nurse for physical health, a Psychologist, and a Psychology Assistant. There is also a trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a junior doctor attached to the unit. Two consultant psychiatrists provide daytime medical cover, with arrangements for cover during leave. Night coverage is provided by the Hospital at Night team and supported by the Salford Senior trainee and Consultant rota. Patients are registered with GPs who provide cover.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the weekly rehab referral meetings and assess new, potentially complex patients with physical health issues, but will not be involved in follow-up. They will provide medical leadership to the multidisciplinary team, attend ward rounds, and serve as Responsible Clinician, handling responsibilities related to The Mental Health Act, including section 12 work, tribunals, and section renewal meetings. This role is shared with a 0.5 WTE Consultant, with responsibility for approximately 20 inpatients and cross-cover duties. The post involves leading CPA meetings, care planning, risk assessments, capacity assessments, and involvement in weekly rehab referral meetings.

Working for our organisation

GMMH employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations, providing inpatient and community mental health services across Greater Manchester and beyond. The region is vibrant, offering a mix of urban and rural environments, with opportunities for professional development and a welcoming community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further details are available in the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent
• MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
• GMC registration with a license to practice
• On the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of registration
• Approved clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months
• Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months
• In good standing with GMC regarding warnings or conditions

Additional information

• Pre-employment checks are required; details available on NHS Employers website.
• Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is mandatory, with a fee of £16 per year.
• Applicants with experience outside the NHS are encouraged to apply; salary calculations may consider relevant experience.
• The role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and requires a Disclosure check.