Forensic Psychiatry Locum Consultant — Make an Impact

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Radlett; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust is seeking a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in forensic psychiatry. The position involves managing a low secure service, supervising medical staff, and participating in service planning and the Trust's academic programmes. Candidates must have an MB,BS or equivalent, and MRCPsych. The role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with community teams and manage clinical complexities, contributing to the mental health service’s outstanding care standards.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at appointment.
• CCT in Psychiatry or inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry.
• Experience working with service users who have complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise junior medical staff according to Trust policies.
• Perform administrative duties related to patient care.
• Participate in service and business planning for mental health services.
• Attend and participate in the Trust’s academic programme.

Skills

Clinical responsibility in forensic psychiatry

Collaboration with social care agencies

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Clinical complexity management

Education

MB,BS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Job description

A regional healthcare trust is seeking a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in forensic psychiatry. The position involves managing a low secure service, supervising medical staff, and participating in service planning and the Trust's academic programmes. Candidates must have an MB,BS or equivalent, and MRCPsych. The role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with community teams and manage clinical complexities, contributing to the mental health service’s outstanding care standards.