Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

A incredible new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Wellington, Somerset area.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This special hospital provides care to men and women with mental health conditions in a modern and purpose-built hospital with low and medium secure environments

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

As the Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist your key responsibilities include:

Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
Attend SMT morning handover
Assess referrals to determine suitability for admission
Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
Participate in ward rounds, clinical audit and quality improvement work
Chair and oversee CPA reviews
Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management
Participate in clinical governance and ensure implementation of policies and protocols.
Work and liaise with external agencies
Write and supervise various reports including Mental Health Act tribunals and managers’ reports and attend hearings


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

On the Specialty Register for Forensic Psychiatry or General Psychiatry with forensic experience
Able to lead and work within multi-disciplinary teams
To be in good CPD standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists and to have had an appraisal within the last year


The successful Psychiatrist will receive an excellent competitive salary up to £150,000 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through Days.

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

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution
Life Assurance
Enhanced Maternity Package
Free meals while on duty
Employee Assistance Services
Career development and training
Wellbeing support and activities
Voluntary benefits
Medical indemnity cover
Flexibility to work in clinically led environments


Reference ID: 6066
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV