Locum Specialty Doctor - Adult Pyshciatry

Southern Health and Social Care Trust; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Locum Specialty Doctor in Adult Psychiatry in Downpatrick for an initial 3-month contract. The role involves working in a multi-disciplinary team, providing assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for mental health issues. Applicants can request flexible working from day one. Strong experience in psychiatry and teamwork is required. This position offers part-time hours with potential job share opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Experience in adult psychiatry and multi-disciplinary teamwork.
• Ability to assess and treat mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and diagnosis of mental illnesses.
• Support the Mental Health Assessment Centre team.

Job description

Locum Specialty Doctor - Adult Psychiatry ref:55352378

Location: Finneston House, Downpatrick

Directorate: Medical & Dental

Functional Area: Psychiatry (Medical Staff)

Salary: (See job details)

Contract Type: Temporary

Closes: Mon, 08 December 2025 @ 4:00 PM

Opening date: 01/12/25

Closes in 5 days

Interview Dates: TBC INTERVIEWS WILL BE FACE TO FACE ONLY

Notes: This locum Specialty Doctor post is available immediately for a period of 3 months in the first instance. The post holder will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team known as the Mental Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) which provides a first point of contact for people referred for assessment of mental health problems. The role involves assessment, diagnosis and initial treatment of mental illness when required as well as providing medical support and advice to the team. Depending on the agreed Job plan there may also be an opportunity to work with the co‑located sector home treatment team. This is a part time post (8PA), however applications from practitioners who wish to contract for a reduced number of planned activities, or on a job share basis are welcome.

Flexible Working

Successful applicants have the opportunity to request Flexible Working from the 1st day of their employment. A number of Flexible Working provisions are offered by all HSC Organisations, what provisions are available depends on the role being undertaken. Find out more.

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