Senior Consultant Psychiatrist - Community Mental Health Lead

NHS; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Haywards Heath is seeking a General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist to join its mental health team. The role involves providing specialist assessments and treatment, supervising trainees, and participating in team development. This position offers a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000, excellent pension contributions, and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have an MB BS or equivalent and a solid background in psychiatric care, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Recruitment and Retention payment

Relocation expenses

Excellent pension contributions

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice at the time of appointment.
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
• Holds and will use a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist medical/psychiatric assessments.
• Provide clinical supervision to trainees.
• Fulfil duties of Responsible Clinician for patients.

Skills

Excellent knowledge in specialty

Excellent clinical skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

Fully registered with the GMC

Included on the GMC Specialist Register

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Haywards Heath is seeking a General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist to join its mental health team. The role involves providing specialist assessments and treatment, supervising trainees, and participating in team development. This position offers a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000, excellent pension contributions, and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have an MB BS or equivalent and a solid background in psychiatric care, along with strong communication skills.