Consultant in Older Adult Psychiatry, East Sector

NHS Highland; Newcastle Local Municipality; On-site; GBP 107,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland seeks a permanent Consultant in Older Adult Psychiatry to join their dedicated team in delivering mental health services. The role involves working with community teams, inpatient duties, and flexible job planning with opportunities for specialization in various areas of care.

Qualifications

• Consultant in Older Adult Psychiatry with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in mental health, particularly within older adult services.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant input to community mental health teams.
• Participate in the Consultant on-call rota and clinical duties.

Job description

NHS Highland

New Craigs Hospital

Consultant in Older Adult Psychiatry

East Sector

1.0 WTE

£107,144 - £142,369 per annum

We are seeking to appoint a permanent Older Adult Psychiatry Consultant to join our team dedicated to delivering older adult mental health services in the Highlands. The post holder will provide consultant input to our community team covering Mid Ross (Dingwall, Strathpeffer) and Easter Ross (Alness, Invergordon, Tain), for both primary and organic mental disorders. The role is supported by a well-established community mental health team, with an experienced Associate Specialist supporting nurse-led care home liaison.

The post is based at New Craigs Hospital, where inpatient care is provided, and involves participation in the Consultant on-call rota (1:15). The job plan can be developed flexibly, with opportunities for special interests aligned with service needs, including community, inpatient, liaison, or young-onset dementia services. The role offers an 8:2 split between Direct Clinical Care and SPA sessions.

The successful candidate will be supported by a cohesive team of clinicians and will participate in continuing professional development and peer supervision. Regular consultant peer group meetings and educational events are organized as part of our in-house programme.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Dirk Maliepaard, Clinical Lead for Older Adult Psychiatry, at New Craigs Hospital, Inverness, on 01463 704650. Prospective applicants are welcome to arrange an informal visit.

Closing date: 27/07/2025

Job Reference: MS14 215951

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce. We encourage applications from all sections of society to ensure our workforce is truly representative and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best.

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NHS Highland covers an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute, striving to foster a positive, supportive environment for staff and patients alike.