Consultant Psychiatry - North West

Medacs Healthcare; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency in the UK is looking for a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist to work on a flexible basis, primarily in the North West. This position requires an MBBS or equivalent medical degree along with full GMC registration. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric assessments, leading clinical decisions, and providing high-quality care to adults with complex mental health needs. The role offers lucrative opportunities, dedicated support, and a thorough onboarding process. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Priority Access to Locum Shifts

Free Wellbeing Support

Lucrative Referral Scheme

24/7/365 Support

Qualifications

• Must hold a Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility).
• Current DBS check or willingness to undergo one.
• UK Right to Work essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and reviews.
• Lead treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
• Support junior medical staff and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Experience in adult mental health settings

Collaborative and patient-focused approach

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Job description

*** For more information, please contact Christianne Day on 01756 702 207 / [e-mail] ***

Locum Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Mental Health
Location: North West
Rate: £90 - £94 per hour
Contract Type: Locum (short-term)
Start Date: ASAP - Mulberry Ward in Macclesfield to cover a period of sickness; its for at least 3 weeks, possibly more.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to psychiatry locum roles across the UK.
• Shifts That Works for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
• Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
• 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
• Leading treatment planning and clinical decision‑making
• Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
• Liaising with community services and external partners

What We're Looking For

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check – or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• Experience in adult mental health settings
• UK Right to Work
• A flexible, collaborative, and patient‑focused approach

Desirable

• CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland
• Wales

Apply Today

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