Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Priory Group; Keston; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is seeking a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS team on a self-employed, contract basis. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, assessing and implementing patient care plans and contributing to strategic reviews.

You will hold GMC registration with Specialist Register and have CCST/CCT or equivalent; inpatient CAMHS experience is essential. The role involves ward rounds, risk reviews, and acting as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health

Qualifications

• Must hold GMC registration with Specialist Register.
• CCST/CCT or equivalent in psychiatry is required.
• Experience in inpatient settings with mental health challenges preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

GMC registration

CCST/CCT

Inpatient Psychiatry

CAMHS experience

Education

CCST / CCT in Psychiatry

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.

• 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.