Consultant Psychiatrist

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Crewe, Cheshire area.

You will be working for one of UK’s leading healthcare providers

This is a mental health hospital for women.

The service is split in two distinct wards each offering specialist mental health service

**To be considered for this position you must hold a Full GMC Registration**

As the Consultant Psychiatrist your key responsibilities include:

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers’ hearings & attend hearings
Participate in a second on call rota, currently 1:13


The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

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


The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary up to £165,000 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 40 hours a week working through Days.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

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
Free meals on duty & 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


Reference ID: 5998
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV