Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
Specialty: Male acute
Band / Grade: Consultant
Location: Northwest, Bury
Salary: £160,000 per annum
Description:
We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist to work for a private hospital based in Bury. You will be working on a 18-bed male acute ward.
The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And youll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.
Benefits:
As a valued employee, you will receive
* Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
* Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
* Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
* Medical indemnity cover
* Company paid life assurance scheme
* Contributory pension scheme
* Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
* Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
* Relocation package will also be considered
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role, you must have:
* Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
* Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
* Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
* Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
* A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
* Committed to continued professional development
* Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
Why use Athona?
Athona is one of the UK's leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience in the industry. We take pride in offering a personalised approach, ensuring every candidate is supported throughout their career journey.
What We Offer:
* Experts in the Psychiatry sector Providing a professional, knowledgeable, and supportive service tailored to your career goals.
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* Seamless onboarding Guidance through compliance checks, pre-employment screening, and workplace integration.
* Overseas relocation support Assistance with visa sponsorship, GMC/NMC registration, and adapting to UK healthcare settings.
* Career progression planning Helping you find roles that align with your long-term career aspirations and professional development goals.
* Ongoing post-placement support Regular check-ins to ensure you're satisfied in your new role and progressing as expected.
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