Lead Prison Psychiatrist (In-Reach) – Dorset

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Consultant Psychiatrist for its Mental Health In-reach Team in prisons across Dorset. This full-time role involves clinical assessments and management of prisoners with various mental health issues, alongside quality improvement initiatives. The position offers flexibility across three sites: HMP Guys Marsh, HMP Portland, and HMP The Verne. Candidates must be GMC registered with relevant experience in forensic psychiatry or adult psychiatry.

Benefits

Regular structured mentoring

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Registered with GMC and holding AC Status.
• Experience in forensic psychiatry or general adult psychiatry.
• Ability to work flexibly across different locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant leadership for the Mental Health In-reach Team.
• Conduct assessments and manage psychiatric cases in prison settings.
• Oversee quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Assessing prisoners

Liaising with external services

Managing psychiatric cases

Quality improvement initiatives

Education

GMC Registration

AC Status

Job description

A leading NHS healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Consultant Psychiatrist for its Mental Health In-reach Team in prisons across Dorset. This full-time role involves clinical assessments and management of prisoners with various mental health issues, alongside quality improvement initiatives. The position offers flexibility across three sites: HMP Guys Marsh, HMP Portland, and HMP The Verne. Candidates must be GMC registered with relevant experience in forensic psychiatry or adult psychiatry.