Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Priory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical freedom

Flexible commitment

Brand trusted by patients

Job summary

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is seeking a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS team on a self-employed basis. You will be part of a compassionate multidisciplinary team, taking clinical responsibility for patients and contributing to patient care plans.

The role includes overseeing ward rounds, risk reviews, and acting as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act. Involvement in preadmission assessments and providing a psychiatric perspective to the

Qualifications

• CCST/CCT or equivalent in psychiatry.
• GMC registration including Specialist Register.
• Inpatient psychiatry experience.

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 psychiatric perspective to the MDT in relation to assessment and treatment.

Skills

Empathy

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical governance

Education

GMC registration including Specialist Register

Job description

Description

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

Department: Medical and Psychiatry

Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove

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.

• 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.

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.