Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
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Specialty: Forensic Psychiatry
Band / Grade: Consultant
Location: Essex
Salary: £160,000 per annum
Description:
We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to work for a private service based in Essex. This is a full-time role in which the potholder will be responsible for leading the assessment and treatment arm of the service.
Roles within this job family are dedicated to providing high quality clinical care for patients referred to and using the services of the hospital. Works closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that clients receive a holistic and person-centric care and treatment programme based on the recovery model.
Benefits:
As a valued employee, you will receive
30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
Contributory pension scheme
Private MedicaI Insurance for you and your family
Life Assurance
Medical indemnity cover
Disclosure check cost coverage
Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
CPD support
Free on-site parking
Free meals on duty
Cycle to work scheme
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role, you must have:
MBBS or Equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych
Full GMC registration with license to practice
Registered on the specialist register with in General Adult or Forensics
Experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health issues
Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Practice
Committed to continued professional development
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.
Nationwide permanent vacancies Opportunities across the NHS and private sector, including exclusive roles only available through Athona.
Comprehensive recruitment support From CV advice and interview preparation to salary negotiation and contract reviews.
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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