Private Practice - Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist

Priory Group; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate patient flow

Brand recognition with Priory network

Admin support and governance

Flexible working hours

Regulatory compliance & DBS support

Peer network of psychiatrists

Job summary

Priory North London Hospital is seeking a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team, offering the chance to build and manage a private practice with inpatient and Day Care services on site.

The role supports high standards of care, professional development, and guidance to staff, with flexible hours and comprehensive Priory governance, marketing, and admin support to help you grow your practice.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with relevant specialist registration.
• Experience of at least 2 years in a substantive NHS role and with OCD treatment.
• Strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks.
• DBS check and other regulatory checks completed (Priory funded).

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat a diverse mix of inpatients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants and Dietician.
• Engage in quality improvement and governance activities.
• Expand your practice in alignment with Priory’s prestigious reputation.
• Network with professional colleagues and referral sources.
• Market yourself and your practice in conjunction with Priory, registering with private medical insurers and providing information for our website.
• Maintain professional development and meet Revalidation requirements.

Skills

Clinical governance

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Priory North London Hospital is looking to recruit a Visiting Consultant to join the team.

The Opportunity:

We invite an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team, offering the chance to build and manage a private practice offering inpatient, and Day Care services at our site. This role is integral to maintaining our high standards of care and providing expert guidance to our dedicated staff.

Benefits of joining Priory include:

• Immediate patient flow – No need to build a caseload from scratch
• Marketing & brand recognition – Attract patients through The Priory’s trusted name
• Operational & admin support – Focus on patient care, not paperwork
• Flexible working – Set your own hours while growing your practice
• Regulatory compliance & CQC registration – We handle background checks and ensure your Practice meets all regulatory requirements
• Engage with peers and colleagues, you will join our network of expert psychiatrists who have already made the transition with confidence

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat a diverse mix of inpatients
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants and Dietician
• Engage in quality improvement and governance activities
• Expand your practice in alignment with Priory’s prestigious reputation
• Network with professional colleagues and referral sources
• Market yourself and your practice in conjunction with Priory, registering with private medical insurers and providing information for our website
• Maintain professional development and meet Revalidation requirements

Requirements:

• GMC registration with relevant specialist registration
• Experience including at least 2 years operating within in a substantive role with the NHS and with treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• A strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks
• Successful completion of a DBS (funded by Priory) and other regulatory required checks

Priory is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.