Job Description: Adult Consultant Psychiatrist
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary
Annual Salary: 125000 - 160000
Job Responsibilities
- Provide consultant psychiatrist input to inpatients in specialized rehabilitation services or acute psychiatric wards.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver care for patients with complex needs.
- Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate treatment plans ensuring adherence to the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Supervise and mentor junior medical staff and trainees promoting best practices in psychiatric care.
- Engage in regular appraisals and continuous professional development to maintain GMC registration.
- Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.
Essential Qualifications
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in general adult psychiatry forensic psychiatry psychiatry of learning disabilities (LD) or medical psychotherapy is preferred.
- Section 12 (2) approval and Approved Clinician (AC) status.
- Recognized medical degree (e.g. MBBS MBChB) from a GMC-approved institution.
Desired Experience
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar role ideally within the NHS or private healthcare settings.
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team providing care for patients with complex mental health needs.
- Experience in providing leadership in clinical situations and mentorship to less experienced staff.
Additional Guidelines
- Core Psychiatry Training (CT1 CT3): 3 years full-time training covering general adult psychiatry and subspecialties.
- Higher Specialist Training (ST4 ST6): 3 years in a chosen psychiatry subspecialty leading to a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
- Located ideally near the hospital site but a relocation package is available for suitable candidates from elsewhere in the UK or Ireland.
Work Mode
- Hours: 36 42 hours per week (varies by role).
- Travel: Primarily onsite with no significant travel required.