Consultant Psychiatrist, Trafford, Gen Adult Inpatient - Medlock Ward

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health foundation trust in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their inpatient team. The role involves comprehensive psychiatric care for 15 patients, leading multidisciplinary meetings, and contributing to service development in trauma-informed care. Flexible working options are available. Previous psychiatric experience and strong leadership skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license to practice medicine.
• Experience in a similar setting is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership for multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments for inpatients.
• Support ward staff during psychiatric emergencies.
• Conduct patient reviews and participate in risk management.
• Liaise with families and carers regarding patient care.

Skills

Psychiatric assessments

Patient-centered care

Leadership

Risk assessments

Education

Medical degree

Specialization in Psychiatry

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Consultant Psychiatrist, Trafford, Gen Adult Inpatient - Medlock Ward, Manchester

Client: Greater Manchester Mental Health

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 91f656fa090b

Job Views: 10

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

Join an established Inpatient team and a supportive Consultant group within leafy Trafford in South Manchester. Flexible working patterns are supported, and the role can be adapted if the successful applicant wishes to work part-time or pursue other interests such as research. The Consultant Psychiatrist will be responsible for the care of 15 patients on Medlock ward, a 21-bedded all-female acute assessment ward, supported by a ward Associate Specialty doctor. They will actively contribute to developing the service in line with trauma-informed care and be supported in innovating the delivery of patient-centered, high-quality care. This position is based at the Moorside Unit, on the site of Trafford General Hospital.

Main duties of the job

• Provide medical leadership for MDT meetings
• Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for inpatients
• Support ward staff in managing psychiatric emergencies
• Conduct patient reviews, lead multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews, and other multi-professional meetings
• Be the responsible clinician under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and adhere to the code of practice
• Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status as per procedures
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments and participate in risk management processes
• Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team
• Maintain effective communication and collaborate with other service parts, including community mental health teams and primary care
• Liaise with families and carers
• Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with support from the Staff Grade doctor
• Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise team members in tribunal work; assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment, and authorize Section 17 leave

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community mental health services across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, as well as specialized services across Greater Manchester, the northwest of England, and beyond.

Greater Manchester is a vibrant, innovative place to live and work, offering scenic countryside and a lively city with excellent shopping, entertainment, and dining options. Our community is known for its warmth, humor, and generosity. Our staff enjoy their work, opportunities for skill development, and are encouraged to innovate to improve patient care.