Lead Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute Inpatient

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a full-time position in City & Hackney. This role involves providing leadership and supervising a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality inpatient care. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, be registered with the GMC, and possess strong clinical skills to handle complexity in mental health treatment. Responsibilities include contributing to service development and engaging with community mental health teams, ensuring safe discharge processes. The position requires excellent teamwork, communication, and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Section 12 Approval (Mental Health Act) eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant leadership to the inpatient team.
• Work with ward manager to ensure quality treatment.
• Coordinate leave and cover for patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective

Time management

Leadership and management

Communication

Education

Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)

Qualification in medical education, clinical research or management

Job description

A healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a full-time position in City & Hackney. This role involves providing leadership and supervising a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality inpatient care. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, be registered with the GMC, and possess strong clinical skills to handle complexity in mental health treatment. Responsibilities include contributing to service development and engaging with community mental health teams, ensuring safe discharge processes. The position requires excellent teamwork, communication, and leadership capabilities.