Consultant Psychiatrist General Adult Community Easter Ross and Sutherland

NHS Highland; Newcastle Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 2,546,000 - 3,385,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking a motivated Consultant in General Adult Community Psychiatry to join their team. The role involves serving diverse communities with support from a well-developed mental health team. Candidates must be on the GMC specialist register, with opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Salary ranges from £107,144 to £142,369 per annum, with a closing date for applications of 30/04/2025.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be on the GMC specialist register in General Adult Psychiatry or within 6 months of CCT award.
• Participation in the Consultant on-call rota required.
• Flexible working options will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of psychiatrists serving rural and urban communities.
• Collaborate with primary care and specialist mental health services.
• Engage in digital service delivery and community-based care.

Skills

Enthusiasm for General Adult Community Psychiatry

Ability to work with digital technology

Experience in community mental health

Education

GMC specialist register in General Adult Psychiatry

Job description

NHS Highland

New Craigs Hospital, Inverness

Consultant in General Adult Community Psychiatry

Location: Easter Ross and Sutherland

Position: 1.0 WTE Permanent Post

Salary: £107,144 - £142,369 per annum

We seek to appoint a self-motivated clinician with enthusiasm for General Adult Community Psychiatry to join our team of psychiatrists in NHS Highland. This role offers the opportunity to serve a population across rural and urban communities in Easter Ross and Sutherland. The post is supported by a well-developed community mental health team, primary care colleagues, specialist mental health services, and strong third-sector links. The recent pandemic has accelerated our capacity to deliver services using digital technology, opening further opportunities for the post holder.

The post is based in the Mental Health Service within the South and Mid Operational Unit, with a base either at New Craigs site or in the community by agreement. It is a full-time (1.0 WTE) position (8 DCC + 2 SPA).

Applicants must be on the GMC specialist register in General Adult Psychiatry or within 6 months of CCT award by the interview date, as consideration can be given to appoint on a proleptic basis.

This role requires participation in the Consultant on-call rota at New Craigs Hospital, with a current rota frequency of 1:15 and an availability supplement of 3%. Applications for flexible working, including part-time options, will be considered.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Amy MacAskill, Clinical Lead at New Craigs Hospital, Inverness, via email at [e-mail]. Prospective applicants are encouraged to arrange an informal visit.

Closing date: 30/04/2025

Job Reference: MS14 209558

Equality and Diversity

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for a workforce that is truly representative and where each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Application Process

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• Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.

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NHS Highland covers an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. The organization strives to foster a positive environment and culture.

Note on Working Hours

NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours from 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. This change will be applied pro-rata for part-time staff. Some service areas may require up to an additional 30 minutes per week temporarily, paid accordingly, until rosters or patterns are adjusted.