Associate Specialist / Consultant - Psychiatry

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a senior psychiatrist, where your expertise will help shape mental health services across Dorset. This role offers the opportunity to lead clinical teams, conduct diagnostic assessments, and provide compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. With a commitment to career growth and a supportive work environment, you will thrive in a picturesque region known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities. This position not only allows you to make a significant impact but also offers excellent relocation support and a generous benefits package, making it an ideal opportunity for both local and international candidates.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Relocation Package

Teaching and Research Opportunities

Pastoral Support for International Candidates

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Senior psychiatrist with expertise in mental health care.
• Experience in clinical leadership and patient-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership in mental health services.
• Lead diagnostic assessments and deliver treatment to patients.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Excellent Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Clinical Leadership

Diagnostic Assessments

Education

Medical Degree

Specialization in Psychiatry

Job description

Are you a senior psychiatrist (Consultant, Associate Specialist or equivalent) with a passion for mental health?

At Dorset HealthCare, we prioritize our patients, and our mental health services across Dorset are expanding. Join us as a senior psychiatrist to support our patients. We seek someone who is compassionate, committed to patient-centered mental health care, has excellent communication skills, and is a team player.

As a senior psychiatrist, you will provide expert clinical leadership, support the delivery of high-quality mental health services, lead diagnostic assessments, and deliver excellent treatment to individuals with mental health conditions.

This role is based within our community mental health teams, crisis services, and inpatient wards across urban and rural settings throughout Dorset.

Dorset, in southwest England, is renowned for its Jurassic coast, sandy beaches, vibrant urban centers like Poole and Bournemouth, and growing universities including Bournemouth University and Health Sciences University. We offer something for everyone!

We are dedicated to supporting career growth and enabling our staff to make a meaningful impact through various services for our patients and their families.

Please apply directly to the vacancy or send a full CV and cover letter to Julie Street, Executive Assistant to the Chief Medical Officer, at [e-mail] or call 01202 277011.

Closing date: midnight on Monday 26th May 2025.

We welcome applications from international doctors who are senior psychiatrists and provide a streamlined process for GMC registration through sponsorship.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, inclusive teams with excellent clinical leadership
• Access to teaching, research, and leadership development
• Flexible, family-friendly working options
• Excellent relocation and pastoral support for international candidates
• Live and work in one of the UK’s most scenic regions, from Jurassic Coast beaches to national parks
• GMC sponsorship for registration assistance

We offer a recruitment and retention payment and a generous relocation package of up to £10,000 for those moving to Dorset.

At Dorset HealthCare, our mission is to empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding, integrated healthcare services. We operate 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of community and mental health services for nearly 800,000 residents.

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC in 2019, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent care, with 95% of patients reporting good or very good experiences, and 89% of staff feeling they can make a difference. Whether in bustling towns, seaside locations, or rural hills, you can make a meaningful impact in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong team is central to our success. We are committed to equality, diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic and thrive.

Join us to challenge yourself, develop your career, and help us improve every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise.

For more details or informal visits, contact Julie Street, Executive Assistant to the Chief Medical Officer, at [e-mail] or 01202 277011.