General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist Inpatient Service Hazel Ward

NHS; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join their expanding team in Milton Keynes. This exciting role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to adult patients with psychiatric conditions while engaging in a robust training environment. The position includes a generous annual leave entitlement, study leave, and a relocation package, along with lifestyle perks. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional development and collaboration in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Relocation package up to 8K

NHS pension scheme

Staff discounts

Car purchase/lease discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry with experience in managing complex cases.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage ward patients and conduct assessments and reviews.
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance on evidence-based treatments.
• Engage in multi-disciplinary and multi-agency partnership working.

Skills

General Adult Psychiatry

Clinical Leadership

Mental Health Act Compliance

Care Planning

Multi-Agency Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Psychiatry

Job description

Job summary

Milton Keynes Mental Health Services Consultant Psychiatrist, (10 PAs) + on call supplement

We are seeking a qualified Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry to join our team on Hazel Ward. The role involves providing high-quality care to adult male patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions, ensuring assessments for intervention are conducted in a sensitive, accessible, and culturally appropriate manner. The position is based at the Campbell Centre on the Milton Keynes University Hospital campus, with office space and administrative support provided.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Milton Keynes Mental Health as we expand and develop our teaching programs. We have a robust training environment, including Core and Senior trainees in Psychiatry, GP trainees, Foundation trainees, and undergraduate medical students.

The post offers a generous annual leave entitlement, study leave, NHS pension scheme, and other benefits such as Relocation package up to 8K and lifestyle perks including staff discounts and car purchase/lease discounts.

Main duties of the job

• Management of ward patients; conducting ward rounds, reviews, tribunals, and work related to the Mental Health Act
• Management of complex cases
• Clinical leadership within the team
• Assessment of referrals and admissions
• Care planning and treatment formulation
• Providing guidance on evidence-based treatments and their effectiveness
• Collaborating with other services and agencies
• Implementing the Mental Health Act
• Engaging in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency, and partnership working

About us

In Milton Keynes, CNWL provides mental health services across all age groups and jointly manages learning disability services with the local authority. The Milton Keynes CAMHS covers the entire area, offering flexible case management and service provision for children, young people, and their families, adopting the I-Thrive model for mental health care.

Date posted: 30 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 333-D-MK-C-0001

Job locations: Campbell Centre, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, MK6 5NG

Job description

• Manage, appraise, and supervise junior medical staff as agreed with the Clinical Director, adhering to Trust policies
• Ensure compliance with the New Deal and Working Time Directive among junior staff
• Perform administrative duties related to patient care
• Participate in service and business planning for the mental health services
• Engage in annual appraisal processes for Consultants
• Attend and contribute to the Trust’s academic program, including lectures and seminars
• Maintain GMC registration, Section 12(2) approval, and adhere to professional conduct standards
• Participate in annual job plan reviews with Clinical and Service Directors
• Collaborate with managers and colleagues to ensure efficient service operation and contribute to management activities