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Consultant Psychiatrist – Women’s Locked Rehabilitation Service (Full Time, 37.5 hrs) Specialism: General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry Setting: 21-bed women’s locked rehabilitation service (personality disorder & complex mental health) Overview A specialist women’s mental health rehabilitation service is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join an established and supportive multidisciplinary team. The service provides care for women with complex mental disorders — including those with trauma histories and personality disorders — within a structured, recovery-focused locked rehabilitation environment. You will act as the Consultant Psychiatrist and Responsible Clinician, leading on assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and MDT collaboration. The service has excellent links with local NHS pathways and is easily commutable from major surrounding cities. Key Responsibilities Provide Consultant / RC-level clinical oversight for patients Lead MDT ward rounds, risk reviews, and strategic clinical meetings Offer expert psychiatric formulation and input into treatment planning Fulfil Responsible Clinician duties for detained patients under the Mental Health Act Contribute to clinical governance, service strategy, and management meetings Deliver in-house teaching and supervision, especially to junior medical staff Maintain CPD and meet revalidation requirements Requirements Medical qualification with MRCPsych (or equivalent) CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or Forensic Psychiatry Experience working in inpatient settings with patients detained under the Mental Health Act Background in trauma-informed care and/or personality disorder services is highly desirable Strong leadership skills with previous involvement in service management Understanding of change management, mental health legislation, and contemporary issues in psychiatry What’s on Offer Competitive salary £5,000 car allowance 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme Life assurance Enhanced maternity package Free meals on duty Employee assistance and wellbeing support Comprehensive CPD, training, and career development Retail discounts and voluntary benefit schemes Medical indemnity cover
Salary estimate
$162,000 – $218,000/yr
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