Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Doctor to lead a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) within a Community Mental Health Team.

This role involves triaging referrals from GPs and other services, directing patients to the appropriate pathway, and providing advice and guidance to GPs.

Role: Psych Consultant

📍 Location: Lancaster
💰 Rate: £150 - £155 per hour
📄 Contract Type: Full-Time - 1 year with potential to extend

Key Responsibilities:

✔️ Lead the MDT in assessing and managing referrals.
✔️ Ensure patients are appropriately referred, including to the Initial Response Service.
✔️ Provide expert advice and guidance to GPs.

Requirements:

✅ Approved Clinician (AC) status – essential. 
✅ Experience in community mental health and triage preferred.
✅ Strong leadership and communication skills.
✅ Own transport required.

Essential:

🔹 Proof of Identity
🔹 DBS Certificate (on update service)
🔹 Professional Indemnity Insurance
🔹 Relevant qualifications
🔹 Two professional references
🔹 Proof of professional registration

If you're passionate about community mental health and meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you!