Visiting Consultant

Priory Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Marketing and operational support

Registration with private medical insurers

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Visiting Consultant to join their experienced team at Priory Hospital Woodbourne in Birmingham. The role offers the opportunity to manage a private practice, delivering tailored treatments for diverse patient needs within a supportive environment.

This flexible position allows you to set your own hours while benefiting from the recognized brand of Priory, ensuring operational support and immediate patient flow. A minimum of 2 years NHS experience in eating disorders is essential.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with relevant specialist registration is required.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a substantive role within the NHS is essential.
• Strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat a diverse inpatient and outpatient population.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and governance activities.

Skills

GMC registration with specialist registration

Experience in eating disorders

Understanding of Clinical Governance

Experience working within NHS

Job description

Visiting Consultant

Department: Medical and Psychiatry

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Priory Hospital Woodbourne

Description

Woodbourne– Seeking a Private Consultant Psychiatrist

Priory Hospital Woodbourne, located in a peaceful and picturesque suburb of South West Birmingham, is a specialised addiction rehab centre, providing expert treatment for a range of addictions, including alcohol, drugs and support for behavioural addictions.

Our specialist addiction facility, The Manor Ward, is where our team deliver exceptional levels of treatment and care to our patients. We pride ourselves on placing you at the heart of your recovery journey, helping you to achieve the best possible outcomes. All treatment is tailored to your individual needs and structured within National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines.

The Opportunity

We invite an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team on an independent basis, offering the chance to build and manage a private practice offering inpatient, outpatient 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.

At Priory, we offer a supported pathway into private practice—giving you the freedom of self-employment with the backing of the UK’s leading mental healthcare provider.

• 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
• Join a network of expert psychiatrists who have already made the transition with confidence

What you’ll be doing

• Assess and treat a diverse mix of inpatient and outpatient population.
• 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 the site’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.

What you’ll bring to the role

• GMC registration with relevant specialist registration.
• Experience in eating disorders including at least 2 years operating within a substantive role with the NHS.
• A strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Successful completion of a DBS check (funded by Priory).

What we will give you in return

• Enjoy the flexibility to manage your time and commitment.
• Be associated with a renowned brand in eating disorder services.
• Utilize top-tier facilities and receive professional marketing support.
• Our established site is registered to receive patients from all major private medical insurance providers.
• Provide your patients with high-quality therapeutic care.
• Have the opportunity to take part in social media marketing and educational content for a national audience.
• Work alongside esteemed consultant colleagues.
• Offer innovative, evidence-based treatments.