Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Priory Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove in the UK is seeking a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS team on a self-employed basis. You will provide expert psychiatric leadership, assess young people, and help develop individual care plans within a multidisciplinary setting.

The role includes clinical responsibility for patients, supervision of referrals and admissions, and contributing to governance. GMC registration with Specialist Register eligibility is required, plus CCST/CCT or equivalent

Qualifications

• GMC registration and Specialist Register eligibility.
• CCST or CCT (or equivalent) in psychiatry.
• Experience in inpatient mental health settings with challenging cases.

Responsibilities

• Take clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds and risk reviews.
• Fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Supervise referrals and admissions including preadmission assessments of young people.
• Provide a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team for assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.

Skills

GMC registration

Specialist Register

CCST/CCT

Inpatient psychiatry

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical governance

Job description

Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Department: Medical and Psychiatry

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove

Description

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is looking to recruit a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS team.This role is self-employed.

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is one of the UK’s leading mental health and addiction rehab hospitals. We provide world-class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including treatment for depression, as well as drug and alcohol addiction treatment. We also provide outpatient treatment for young people, as well as private CAMHS assessment options and private autism assessments for adults.

What you'll be doing

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. As a Visiting Consultant, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

You will:

• Take clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
• Fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Supervise the process of referral and admission including contributing to preadmission assessments of young people with other team members.
• Offer a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

You'll work within a multidisciplinary team on assessment, formulation, and management plans. You'll hold and maintain GMC registration, including the relevant Specialist Register. You'll have a CCST, CCT, or equivalent in your psychiatry specialty and experience working in inpatient settings with people facing significant mental health challenges.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

• Clinical freedom – You control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans
• Team connection – Work independently, with full clinical governance and peer support
• Steady patient flow – Referrals come via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence
• Admin taken care of – We handle bookings, billing, and secretarial support
• Established reputation – Be part of a brand trusted by patients, insurers, and clinicians for 30+ years
• Quality facilities – Work from fully equipped, CQC-registered hospitals and outpatient clinics
• Flexible commitment – Choose your sessions and work around your lifestyle
• Inpatient access if needed – Direct pathways into Priory services when required

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.