Locum Consultant Adult Psychiatrist - North Wales

Medacs Healthcare; Old Colwyn; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to provide consultant input in mental health settings in the UK. The role involves working Monday to Friday, providing assessments and support for adult patients. Ideal candidates must hold relevant medical qualifications and have full GMC registration. This position offers competitive hourly rates and flexible working arrangements while contributing to essential healthcare services.

Benefits

Free revalidation & appraisal support

Weekly payroll

Access to the Support Hub

Free CPD courses and career support

24/7/365 support

Qualifications

• Must be AC Approved and willing to base in Nant y Glyn for urgent assessments.
• Experience in General Adult Community Mental Health is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant input for adult patients with a possible old-age functional component.
• Support the mental health team with assessments.

Skills

GMC Specialist Registration

Full GMC registration

CCT in adult psychiatry

Ability to be approved under s22 of the mental health act

Current DBS check or willingness to undergo one

UK right to work

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

MRCPsych or FRCPsych or equivalent

Job description

For more info please contact Jack Jones on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) / (url removed)

Client Name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Role: Locum Consultant in Adult Psychiatry

Rates: £100 - £125 per hour (PAYE)

Shifts: 09:00am – 17:00pm, Monday – Friday

Location: Colwyn Bay Community Hospital

Job Details: Consultant Psychiatrist required in General Adult Community Mental Health Team. Working 08:30 – 17:00 Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). Ideally needs to be AC Approved and would have to base themselves every day in Nant y Glyn (Colwyn Bay) to support the team with urgent assessments and Mental Health Act and assessment that might arise. The role involves providing consultant input for adult patients mainly but also may include a small old‑age functional component.

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health – On Your Terms

Are you a dedicated consultant in adult psychiatry looking for the flexibility and variety that locum work offers? At Medacs Healthcare, we’re proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We’re currently recruiting for locum consultant psychiatrists in adult mental health with UK‑wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Whether you’re seeking a short‑term placement or a longer‑term assignment, we’ll help you find the right fit.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

• We supply 95% of all NHS trusts and health boards across the UK (more than any other agency)
• Free revalidation & appraisal support
• Designated body GMC connection with Medacs Healthcare
• Weekly payroll
• Access to The Support Hub – our support service to help support your mental health and well‑being and enable you to deliver outstanding care
• First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts
• A dedicated placement officer
• Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy
• Hundreds of new shifts available every day
• Long‑term jobs and short shifts available
• Lucrative referral scheme
• 24/7/365 support – we’re here when you need us

We’re Looking For

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• MRCPsych or FRCPsych or equivalent
• GMC Specialist Registration for Radiology
• Full GMC registration with a specialist licence to practise in adult psychiatry
• CCT in adult psychiatry
• Able to be approved by the health board under s22 of the mental health act
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check – or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• UK right to work
• Locations available

We’re recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland
• Wales

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we’ll match you with the right opportunity.

Apply Today

Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.

We also offer a £1,000 payment for any successful consultant doctor referrals.

For more info please contact Jack Jones on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) / (url removed)