Lead Psychiatrist – New Acute Mental Health Service

Pulse Healthcare; Essex; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Essex is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to shape care pathways in a new acute Mental Health service. The successful candidate will lead responsibilities, oversee medication management, and ensure safe patient assessments. Ideal for individuals with MRC Psych or equivalent qualifications and previous consultant experience. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a car allowance and extensive leave options.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

£5000 car allowance

30 days annual leave, bank holidays, birthday leave

Group Personal Pension Plan with employer contribution

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity package

Free meals while on duty

Employee Assistance Services

Career development and training opportunities

Wellbeing support and activities

Voluntary benefits

Medical indemnity cover

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient settings including working with patients under the Mental Health Act.
• Previous Consultant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assume Responsible Clinician duties for Dunnock View.
• Ensure patients admitted are assessed, treated and discharged safely.
• Oversee medication management.

Skills

Understanding of current developments in psychiatry and mental health

Innovative and able to initiate corporate decisions

Knowledge of change management legislation

Education

Medically qualified (MRC Psych or equivalent)

Job description

A healthcare organization in Essex is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to shape care pathways in a new acute Mental Health service. The successful candidate will lead responsibilities, oversee medication management, and ensure safe patient assessments. Ideal for individuals with MRC Psych or equivalent qualifications and previous consultant experience. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a car allowance and extensive leave options.