Willing Care Recruitment
Job DescriptionConsultant Psychiatrist
Salary: £150,000 (Pro-rata)Part-Time Hours
Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their Mental Health Hospital. Their service provides dedicated mental health services for men and women, fostering a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in adult psychiatry, including mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, along with a strong understanding of mental health legislation. Driven by a commitment to high-quality care and continuous professional development, they bring a genuine passion for making a positive difference in patients’ lives within a collaborative, supportive environment.What we’re looking for:
- Professional Registration
: GMC registration with an MBBS (or equivalent) qualification and specialist registration (CCT/CESR), with Section 12 and Approved Clinician (AC) status. - Psychiatric Expertise
: Extensive experience and knowledge in adult psychiatry, including mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. - Legislative Knowledge
: Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Codes of Capacity. - Effective Communicator
: Outstanding communication skills, able to assess, interview, and treat patients while documenting clear, comprehensive notes. - Teamwork
: A dedicated team player who can work effectively within a multidisciplinary setting.
What’s on offer:
- Professional Development:
Get access to inhouse training, CPD and a study allowance. - Research & Teaching Opportunities
: Engage in research and publication and participate in teaching and specialised training programs. - Financial Security:
Life assurance scheme and a contributory pension scheme. - Additional Perks
: Complimentary meals, on-site parking, Employee Assistance and Program (EAP) access.
Your day-to-day:
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
: Work as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide comprehensive patient care. - Treatment Plan Leadership
: Lead the development and implementation of patient treatment plans, working collaboratively with the MDT. - Referral Assessment
: Conduct mental state examinations and assess referrals for service users, ensuring accurate diagnosis and appropriate care. - Clinical Oversight
: Undertake essential investigations and implement tailored treatments for service users. - Quality Improvement
: Participate actively in ward rounds and clinical audits, contributing to continuous quality improvement in patient care. - Risk Management
: Lead risk assessments and risk management, embedding clinical governance principles. - Mental Health Act Involvement
: Supervise and prepare reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managers’ hearings; attend hearings as required. - On-Call Support
: Participate in an on-call rota, providing support when necessary.
Reference: WILL84956/DBINDNUR