Job Description

Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Inpatient

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Locum Consultant Psychiatrist to support a General Adult Inpatient team. This is a highly flexible and ongoing opportunity, with the contract anticipated to extend every 3 to 6 months based on service needs.

The Role:

You will serve as a Responsible Clinician for a defined caseload of adult inpatients, providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management for individuals with a range of acute mental health needs. You will be a leading member of the well-established multidisciplinary team, providing clinical leadership and overseeing admissions from community teams. The role requires participation in the consultant on-call rota, for which additional remuneration is payable.

The standard sessional requirement for this role is a full-time (10 PA) job plan, with a minimum of 2.5 PAs dedicated to Supporting Professional Activities (SPA).

The Location:

The service is located in a vibrant and well-connected town in North West England. The location offers easy access to nearby cities and the beautiful coast.

Key Requirements:

• MBBS or equivalent.

• Full GMC registration and a Licence to Practise.

• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT).

• Current Section 12 Approval and Approved Clinician Status.

• Demonstrable knowledge, skills, and experience in General Adult Psychiatry.