Forensic Psychiatrist Consultant Inpatient/Community Care

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists to join their expanding team. In this role, you will manage a small cohort of mentally disordered offenders while providing clinical oversight in a multidisciplinary team setting. You are expected to lead forensic assessments, support training initiatives, and engage in innovative research projects. The position offers commitments to flexible working and a range of benefits including annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working commitment

27 days annual leave, increasing with service

Yearly appraisal and ongoing training

Health service discounts and online benefits

Access to employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must have excellent knowledge of specialty.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are a must.
• Experience leading a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small cohort of mentally disordered offenders.
• Perform forensic assessments and provide second opinions.
• Support the training of Specialist Registrars.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of specialty

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Ability to work in and lead a team

Participated in research and service provision

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

Fully registered with GMC with license

Approved clinician status

Job description

A healthcare provider is seeking two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists to join their expanding team. In this role, you will manage a small cohort of mentally disordered offenders while providing clinical oversight in a multidisciplinary team setting. You are expected to lead forensic assessments, support training initiatives, and engage in innovative research projects. The position offers commitments to flexible working and a range of benefits including annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.