Consultant Psychiatrist | Neuro Rehab

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist neurological service supporting adults with acquired brain injury, neurodegenerative conditions, complex physical health needs and co-morbid mental illness. The service provides care for patients detained under the Mental Health Act, supported under Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards or admitted informally.

Working as part of an established multidisciplinary team, you will provide clinical leadership across the service, supporting patients referred from psychiatric hospitals, prisons and the courts. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly regarded neuropsychiatric setting while contributing to service development, research and education.

Salary: Competitive + £5,000 car allowance + relocation package available
Position: Consultant Psychiatrist
Hours: Full Time
Setting: Neurological / Neuropsychiatry
Location: Cambridgeshire

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Lead ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Assess referrals and support admission decision-making.
• Chair MDT and Care Programme Approach meetings.
• Participate in Mental Health Tribunals and Managers Hearings.
• Provide supervision and leadership to junior clinicians.
• Support Clinical Governance, audits and service improvement.
• Facilitate safe discharge pathways back into the community.

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

• Full GMC registration with MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and change management abilities.
• Knowledge of current mental health legislation.
• Previous Consultant experience desirable.

What benefits are on offer?

• Competitive annual salary package.
• £5,000 annual car allowance.
• Up to £8,000 relocation support.
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Birthday leave every year.
• Medical indemnity cover included.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Additional benefits include pension contributions, life assurance, enhanced maternity package, free meals on duty, wellbeing support, employee assistance services, retail discounts and access to a nationwide peer network of Consultant Psychiatrists.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in healthcare recruitment with a supportive approach.
• Nationwide opportunities across NHS and private sectors.
• Support throughout interviews and onboarding.
• Assistance with relocation and overseas candidates.
• Consultants who understand your career goals.
• Ongoing support after placement starts.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to lewis.miller@athona.com