Locum Consultant: Learning Disabilities Psychiatry UK-wide

Medacs Healthcare; Daimler Green; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing company is seeking a locum Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in Learning Disabilities to provide flexible work opportunities across the UK. This role involves high-quality psychiatric care for adults with complex needs, including assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess an MBBS or equivalent, full GMC registration, and relevant experience in mental health. The role offers competitive rates and various location options.

Benefits

Priority access to locum shifts

Flexible assignments to match lifestyle

NHS-approved framework agency benefits

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Free wellbeing support

GMC revalidation support

Qualifications

• Experience in adult mental health settings.
• Section 12 / Section 22 and Approved / Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility).
• A current DBS check or willingness to undergo one.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and reviews.
• Lead treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
• Support junior medical staff and MDTs.

Skills

Psychiatric assessments

Clinical decision-making

Patient-focused approach

Collaboration with MDTs

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Job description

A leading healthcare staffing company is seeking a locum Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in Learning Disabilities to provide flexible work opportunities across the UK. This role involves high-quality psychiatric care for adults with complex needs, including assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess an MBBS or equivalent, full GMC registration, and relevant experience in mental health. The role offers competitive rates and various location options.