Consultant Psychiatrist CAMHS Reference PRI86609 Location Priory Hospital Chelmsford, Stump Lane, Springfield, Essex, CM1 7SJ Priory Group Division Healthcare Salary £ [ Click Apply] Hours 37.5 Vacancy Type Permanent - Full Time Job Advert Role Description Join Our Team as a CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist at Priory Hospital Chelmsford Are you ready to take the lead in transforming young people's mental health care? Do you want to work within a supportive, purpose-built setting alongside a passionate multi-disciplinary team? We're looking for a skilled and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS to join our inpatient team at Priory Hospital Chelmsford. About Priory Hospital Chelmsford Situated within three acres of landscaped grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is a private hospital known for its calming, recovery-focused environment. We offer high-quality residential, day care and outpatient services for up to 60 service users - including a dedicated CAMHS service for young people. Our specialist services include: Eating Disorders Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Addiction Services Our multi-disciplinary team includes consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and therapists, all working together to deliver personalised care through a wide range of therapeutic interventions. Your Role as a CAMHS Consultant As a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist in our CAMHS team, you will provide expert inpatient psychiatric care for young people and contribute to high-quality service delivery through clinical leadership and collaboration with our wider MDT. Key responsibilities include: Clinical: Acting as Consultant and Responsible Clinician for CAMHS inpatients Leading on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning process Working collaboratively with patients, carers, and external agencies Chairing MDT and CPA meetings Preparing reports for Mental Health Act Tribunals and Managers Hearings Contributing to clinical governance and continuous service improvement Management: Providing clinical leadership in partnership with the Ward Manager Supporting regulatory compliance and quality standards on the ward Attending monthly CAMHS governance meetings and contributing to service development Academic: Participating in monthly academic meetings Delivering case presentations and teaching sessions Engaging in audit, research, and quality improvement projects What We Offer Competitive salary of £ [ Click Apply] Generous annual leave entitlement Study leave and CPD support Access to a supportive consultant peer network Medical indemnity cover Opportunities for service innovation and career development Requirements MBBS or equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych Full GMC registration with a licence to practise CAMHS CCT/CESR and Approved Clinician (AC) status Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act Experience working in CAMHS, preferably inpatient or eating disorder settings Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Interested? We welcome your application and would be happy to provide further information or arrange an informal discussion about the role. Job Description [ Click Apply] Closing Date 30/04/2025