Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
Job Family: Healthcare
Location: Various Locations
Main Purpose
Provide high-quality clinical care to patients, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, person-centered treatment programs based on the recovery model.
Key Responsibilities
* Take clinical responsibility for patients, including conducting ward rounds, risk reviews, and strategic planning.
* Act as the Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
* Contribute to pre-admission assessments and provide psychiatric expertise to the multidisciplinary team.
* Participate in management and clinical governance meetings, contributing to service strategy.
* Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to in-house training programs.
* Maintain CPD and revalidation requirements as per professional standards.
* Support service development and evaluation in collaboration with the Lead Consultant.
Skills & Experience
* CCST/CCT or equivalent in Psychiatry.
* Experience in inpatient settings and managing individuals with significant mental health challenges.
* Strong team player with a multidisciplinary approach to care.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and confidence with patients.
* Ability to manage sensitive patient data with confidentiality and accuracy.
Additional Responsibilities
* Supervise junior doctors and contribute to their professional growth.
* Ensure quality standards in care, treatment, and service delivery.
* Engage in clinical supervision and maintain professional development.
Working Environment:
* Requires physical stamina and emotional resilience.
Special Features:
* Focus on innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.
* Support a transparent and flexible approach to patient care and service pricing