Forensic Psychiatrist Consultant Inpatient/Community Care

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the East Midlands is looking for two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists to join their expanding Forensic Services. You will manage a cohort of high-risk individuals and provide forensic clinical leadership, ensuring robust working with statutory agencies. The role offers generous benefits, including 27 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to ongoing training and development. This is an exciting position for candidates bringing innovative ideas and passion for mental health.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Yearly appraisal and ongoing training

Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

Health service discounts

Incremental pay progression

Access to LGBT+, BAME, and Christian networks

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Structured learning and development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Hold and manage a small cohort of mentally disordered offenders.
• Forensic clinical leadership with interagency working.
• Forensic assessments and second opinions on risk management.
• Provide clinical oversight of the Criminal Justice Pathway.
• Support the Liaison & Diversion Service.
• Build close links with the Rehabilitation Service.
• Support training of Specialist Registrars and teaching of Medical Students.
• Initiate innovative research and engage in Quality Improvement Projects.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of speciality

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 leading healthcare provider in the East Midlands is looking for two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists to join their expanding Forensic Services. You will manage a cohort of high-risk individuals and provide forensic clinical leadership, ensuring robust working with statutory agencies. The role offers generous benefits, including 27 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to ongoing training and development. This is an exciting position for candidates bringing innovative ideas and passion for mental health.