Medical Lead / General Adult Consultant psychiatrist

Athona Ltd; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Medical Director / Consultant Psychiatrist at a private hospital in Mansfield. This full-time position focuses on providing exceptional care in a learning disabilities ward. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while enjoying excellent professional development opportunities. The role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits aimed at promoting work-life balance and career progression. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and supports your growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

5 days study leave

Company paid Life Assurance scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Research opportunities

Teaching opportunities

Gym Discounts

Free meals

Smart Health Toolkit

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS qualified with experience in Learning Disability Psychiatry.
• Knowledgeable of Mental Health Act and committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to provide care in a 20-bed learning disabilities ward.
• Conduct assessments, treatments, and maintain comprehensive medical records.

Skills

Leadership & Management

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Mental Health Act

Learning Disability Psychiatry

Professional Development Commitment

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR)

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych)

Job description

Job Title: Medical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist

Specialty: Learning Disabilities
Band / Grade: Medical Director & Consultant
Location: Mansfield, East Midlands
Salary: £175,000 per annum

Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Director / Consultant Psychiatrist to join a Private hospital in Mansfield. This is a full-time permanent position based on a 20 bed learning disabilities ward for men, with working hours of 40 hours per week with 0.2 WTE as Medical Director and 0.8 WTE as Consultant Psychiatrist.

This role is to start immediately and the position offers a competitive salary of £175,000 per annum.

What makes this opportunity stand out: You will receive 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, providing a fantastic opportunity for professionals looking for clear career progression and a great work-life balance.

Benefits:

As a valued employee, you will receive:

1. Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
2. 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
3. Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
4. Contributory pension scheme
5. Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet’s co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
6. Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
7. Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
8. Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
9. Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with CLASs Pass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
10. Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
11. Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
12. Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
13. Electric Car Scheme

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role, you must have:

1. Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
2. Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
3. Experienced & knowledgeable in Learning Disability Psychiatry
4. Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
5. A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
6. Committed to continued professional development
7. Experience in leadership & management
8. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
9. A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Interested in applying?

If this role suits your skills and experience, apply today, and our team will contact you to discuss the details.