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Medecho LTD; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 109,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Competitive locum rates

Flexible working arrangements

Recruitment team support

Job summary

Medecho LTD is recruiting a Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry for an NHS Trust in the United Kingdom. The role covers inpatient, community, and crisis services with multidisciplinary teamwork and emphasis on high-quality patient care.

Immediate start is preferred for candidates with substantial UK mental health experience. Essential requirements include GMC registration with Licence to Practise and Section 12 Approval, plus Right to Work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise (Essential).
• Section 12 Approval (Essential) for NHS psychiatry work.
• Experience in NHS Psychiatry settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions.
• Participate in ward rounds, clinics and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate.
• Provide guidance to junior medical staff and allied professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with NHS standards.

Skills

GMC Registration

Section 12 Approval

NHS Psychiatry experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Risk assessment

Job description

Start Date : ASAP

Job Overview

An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join a dynamic mental health team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient, community, and crisis services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.

• Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities
• Must be available to start ASAP
• Valid Right to Work in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
• Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
• Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
• Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times

Specialties Covered May Include

• Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment

Skills & Experience

• Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
• Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
• Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
• Potential for contract extension based on service requirements

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

Company: Medecho LTD Salary: £60 to £75 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: Bradford Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 8 Oct 2026 Closing date: 7 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title

Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

Location : NHS Trust, United Kingdom

Contract Type : Locum (Full-Time / Part-Time Available)

Start Date : ASAP

Job Overview

An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join a dynamic mental health team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient, community, and crisis services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.

Essential Requirements

• Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• Section 12 Approval (Essential)
• Previous NHS Psychiatry experience
• Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities
• Must be available to start ASAP
• Valid Right to Work in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
• Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
• Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
• Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times

Specialties Covered May Include

• General Adult Psychiatry
• Older Adult Psychiatry
• Liaison Psychiatry
• Community Psychiatry
• Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment
• Inpatient Psychiatry
• Rehabilitation Psychiatry
• Forensic Psychiatry
• Learning Disabilities Psychiatry
• Substance Misuse Services

Skills & Experience

• Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
• Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care

What We Offer

• Competitive locum rates
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
• Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
• Potential for contract extension based on service requirements

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.