General Adults Consultant Psychiatrist

AOB Recruitment; Tendring; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a General Adults Consultant Psychiatrist for a full-time role in Clacton-on-Sea. The position entails providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates must possess GMC registration and relevant training. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a possible relocation package.

Qualifications

• License: GMC registration with a license to practice.
• Core Psychiatry Training: 3 years full-time training covering general adult psychiatry.
• Higher Specialist Training: 3 years in a chosen psychiatry subspecialty.
• CCT: Confirms eligibility for consultant psychiatrist roles.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in psychiatry focusing on adult patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and treatment to adult patients.
• Conduct regular follow-up appointments and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure optimal patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with legal standards.
• Participate in administrative responsibilities as required.

Skills

Comprehensive psychiatric assessments

Team collaboration

Mentoring junior medical staff

Clinical audits participation

Education

Recognised medical degree (e.g., MBBS)

GMC registration with a license to practice

Certificate of Completion of Training

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General Adults Consultant Psychiatrist, Clacton-on-Sea

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Client:

AOB Recruitment

Location:

Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Type: Annual

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and treatment to adult patients.
• Conduct regular follow-up appointments and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects within the psychiatric department.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Be involved in mentoring and training junior medical staff and trainees.
• Participate in administrative responsibilities, including committee memberships as required.
• Stay current with evolving clinical practices and research in adult psychiatry.

Essential Qualifications:

• License: GMC registration with a license to practice.
• Core Psychiatry Training (CT1–CT3): 3 years full-time training covering general adult psychiatry and other subspecialties, enabling eligibility for Higher Specialist Training.
• Higher Specialist Training (ST4–ST6): 3 years in a chosen psychiatry subspecialty (e.g., adult, forensic, child and adolescent, or old age psychiatry), leading to a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT): Confirms eligibility for consultant psychiatrist roles and placement on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Recognised medical degree (e.g., MBBS, MBChB) from a GMC-approved institution.

Desired Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in psychiatry, with a focus on adult patients.
• Experience working in NHS hospitals or private psychiatric providers, such as Cygnet Healthcare, is preferred.

Additional Guidelines:

• Location Preference: Ideally local to the hospital site; however, a relocation package is available for candidates based elsewhere in the UK or Ireland.
• Working Hours: 37.5 hours a week in person, varying between 36 to 42 hours/week based on role requirements.
• Shifts may vary based on hospital requirements; some roles allow for up to 2 days of remote work.
• Travel: Primarily onsite, with no significant travel required.
• Interview Process: 2–3 stages, including a potential meet-and-greet with the team.