Locum Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist - East Scotland

Medacs Healthcare; Livingston; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry for UK-wide opportunities. The role includes providing high-quality psychiatric care, conducting assessments, and supporting junior staff. Ideal candidates must have a medical degree, full GMC registration, and experience in adult mental health. This position offers competitive rates ranging from £90 to £120 per hour and includes a variety of locum roles across the UK.

Benefits

Weekly Payroll

Free life support courses

Access to The Support Hub

Free CPD courses

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status.
• 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.

Skills

Experience in adult mental health settings

Patient-focused approach

Collaborative skills

Flexible availability

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full GMC registration

Job description

** For more info please contact Jack Jones on 0161 507 7267 / 07741146291 / [e-mail] **

Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Name: NHS Lothian
Role: Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry
Rates: £90 - £120 per hour
Shifts: Full time, Monday to Friday (Desirable Skills: AMP status or eligibility and willingness to undertake AMP training)
Location: St John`s Hospital, Livingston

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms

Are you a dedicated Consultant in Old Age 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 Old Age Psychiatry with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

• Weekly Payroll, usually each Friday
• Designated body GMC connection with Medacs Healthcare
• Appraisal support and services delivered via our in-house revalidation & appraisal team
• Free life support courses, DBS applications, online training and all other onboarding costs covered by Medacs
• We supply nearly all NHS trusts and Health boards across the UK (more than any other agency)
• 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 recruitment consultant allocated to you with 24/7 support - we're here when you need us
• Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy
• Hundreds of new shifts available every day
• Long term jobs and short shifts available
• £1,000 referral bonus paid for any successful referral applicants that are booked for work

About the Role

As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
• Leading treatment planning and clinical decision-making
• Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
• Liaising with community services and external partners

What We're Looking For

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• Experience in adult mental health settings
• UK Right to Work
• A flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach

Desirable

• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)

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.

** For more info please contact Jack Jones on 0161 507 7267 / 07741146291 / [e-mail] **