Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, General Adult CMHT

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their community mental health team in Leeds. The role involves providing safe and effective care for patients with diverse mental health challenges, leading the multi-disciplinary team, and supervising junior staff. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and significant experience in general adult psychiatry. The position offers benefits such as flexible working, career development support, and participation in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Coaching and education support

Flexible and remote working arrangements

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an MBChB and MRCPsych.
• Must have predominant experience in general adult psychiatry.
• CCT in WAA psychiatry is expected within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective care to patients with psychotic and mood disorders.
• Provide clinical leadership to the MDT and supervise junior staff.
• Liaise with inpatient and crisis services for transitions and planning care.

Skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work well in MDT

Education

MBChB

MRCPsych

CCT in WAA psychiatry (or within 6 months)

AC and s12 approved (or within 3 months)

Job description

A leading NHS trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their community mental health team in Leeds. The role involves providing safe and effective care for patients with diverse mental health challenges, leading the multi-disciplinary team, and supervising junior staff. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and significant experience in general adult psychiatry. The position offers benefits such as flexible working, career development support, and participation in a supportive team environment.