We are seeking a full time Consultant Psychiatrist for our medium secure women’s service, Stonegate, with 12 women.
You will fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patients.
You must hold a CCT, or equivalent, in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry.
Meet regulatory requirements, such as GMC registration and revalidation.
Have experience working with women in a secure service
The role will include participation in our on call rota (none residential).
Qualifications and Skills:
* Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) and full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
* Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Psychiatry or equivalent, with a specialty in adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, or forensic psychiatry, depending on the role.
* Consultant-level experience in psychiatry, with expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a range of mental health disorders.
* Strong understanding of evidence-based psychiatric treatments, including psychopharmacology and psychotherapeutic interventions.
* Significant experience in inpatient and/or outpatient psychiatric settings, preferably in a hospital or acute care environment.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.
* A commitment to high standards of patient care, safety, and confidentiality.
* Experience in teaching and mentoring junior medical staff, with a strong focus on professional development.
* Up-to-date knowledge of national mental health legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act 1983/2007) and relevant regulatory standards (e.g., CQC).
* Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, dynamic, and often high-pressure environment.
Preferred:
* Experience in a private or independent healthcare setting.
* Subspecialty interest or qualifications in areas such as addiction psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, or eating disorders.
* Research experience or involvement in clinical trials or audits.
* Additional training or certification in psychotherapies (e.g., CBT, DBT) or other advanced psychiatric techniques