Consultant Psychiatrist - Eating Disorder Ward

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Consultant Psychiatrist - Eating Disorder Ward to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Preston, Lancashire area.

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

This is an independent mental health hospital, specialising in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating disorders

**To be considered for this position you must hold a CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in the relevant areas of Psychiatry**

As a Consultant Psychiatrist your key responsibilities include:

Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments of patients with eating disorders to diagnose and determine appropriate treatment plans
Developing individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of each patient, which may involve a combination of medical, psychological, and nutritional interventions
Prescribing and monitoring psychiatric medications as part of the overall treatment approach, such as antidepressants or antipsychotics for co-occurring conditions like depression or anxiety
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists, dieticians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers to ensure coordinated and holistic care for patients
Advocating for the needs of patients with eating disorders and their families, as well as providing education and support to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding these conditions


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

Passionate about delivering first class psychiatric care
An excellent team player
Experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficulties
Previous experience in Eating Disorder Services at consultant level
Keen interest in developing services within a forward thinking transitional environment


The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary of £93,417 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 22.5 hours a week.

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

Generous study leave (including funding)
You will have your own office and ample administrative support
Generous annual leave entitlement
Enhanced maternity pay
Career development opportunities at the hospital and within the company
Our independent Employee Assistant Program can offer confidential emotional and practical support and advice to colleagues, 24/7
Benefit package (including private health insurance)
Company pension scheme


Reference ID: 3807
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV