Senior Consultant Psychiatrist - Assertive Outreach Lead

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cambridge seeks a consultant psychiatrist for a permanent position. The role involves leading a community adult psychiatry team, providing clinical expertise and managing complex cases. Candidates should have full GMC registration, and experience in multi-disciplinary teamwork is essential. Competitive salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 annually. The position is full-time with responsibilities including clinical leadership and the opportunity for educational supervision of trainees.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and licence to practice.
• Proven experience of good working relationships in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proficient in providing psychiatric input and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the South Assertive Outreach team.
• Manage patients referred for treatment with severe and complex psychosis.
• Lead the development of the wider full psychosis pathway.

Skills

Knowledge of policy and legislation relating to mental health

Decision-making and problem solving skills

Management skills

Ability to take a clinical lead

Experience of teaching and supervision of doctors in training

Education

Full GMC registration and licence to practice

MBBS or equivalent

Specialty Registration in specialty

Job description

A healthcare provider in Cambridge seeks a consultant psychiatrist for a permanent position. The role involves leading a community adult psychiatry team, providing clinical expertise and managing complex cases. Candidates should have full GMC registration, and experience in multi-disciplinary teamwork is essential. Competitive salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 annually. The position is full-time with responsibilities including clinical leadership and the opportunity for educational supervision of trainees.