Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic or General Adult Psychiatry – Part-time

Job Description

We have an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join an established secure mental health service supporting adult women with complex mental health needs. You will provide specialist psychiatric care, lead multidisciplinary working and help deliver individualised treatment within a medium or low secure setting.

Salary: Competitive annual salary + £5,000 car allowance (pro rata)

Position: Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic or General Adult Psychiatry

Hours: Part-time – 2-3 days per week

Setting: Secure Adult Mental Health Service

Location: Warrington, North West England

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Assess referrals and determine the appropriate level of care.
• Conduct psychiatric assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.
• Manage patients’ mental and physical health needs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support positive treatment outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance and quality improvement.
• Prepare and present evidence at tribunal and hospital managers’ hearings.
• Build effective relationships with external stakeholders, including NHS case managers.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:

• Full GMC registration and Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Specialist Register status, or imminent entry, in forensic or general adult psychiatry.
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists and up-to-date appraisals.

What benefits are on offer?

• £5,000 car allowance (pro rata).
• 30 days’ annual leave, pro rata, plus bank holidays and birthday leave.
• Pension plan and employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance and medical indemnity cover.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support.
• Career development, training and professional support.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
• Nationwide vacancies across the NHS, charities, social enterprises and private sector.
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding.
• Overseas support for candidates unfamiliar with the UK.
• A supportive team focused on understanding your needs and career aspirations.
• Support beyond placement to help ensure your role continues to meet your goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to explore this opportunity and make a meaningful difference to the lives of people receiving specialist mental health care.

If you are interested in learning more about this role or other opportunities through Athona, contact our permanent recruitment team on 01277 245909 or email permanent@athona.com.