Lead Consultant Psychiatrist, Prison Mental Health

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shaftesbury is looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team, focusing on delivering efficient, patient-centered care in prison health services. The role entails medical leadership, assessment, management of complex mental health conditions, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across two prisons. Applicants must have GMC registration and relevant forensic psychiatry experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in forensic or prison psychiatry is essential.
• Must be GMC registered and have AC status.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mental Health In-reach Team at the prisons.
• Assess and manage conditions requiring pharmacological input.
• Liaise with external services for care coordination.

Skills

Experience in forensic psychiatry

Medical leadership

Patient assessment

Knowledge of NICE standards

Education

GMC Registration

AC Status

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Shaftesbury is looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team, focusing on delivering efficient, patient-centered care in prison health services. The role entails medical leadership, assessment, management of complex mental health conditions, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across two prisons. Applicants must have GMC registration and relevant forensic psychiatry experience.