General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist

We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a General adult Consultant Psychiatrist to work for a private hospital based in Manchester.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment – fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.

Salary: £160,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Position: General adult Consultant Psychiatrist

Hours: Full-time

Setting: Up to 13 female PICU ward

Location: Manchester

For this role, you will be responsible for:

1. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
2. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT
3. Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
4. Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
5. Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits
6. Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
7. Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers’ hearings & attend hearings
8. Participate in the 1 in 12 regional telephone on call rota

What benefits are on offer?

1. Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
2. Study leave & support with CPD opportunities
3. Opportunity to undertake further learning and development
4. Medical indemnity cover
5. Company paid life assurance scheme
6. Contributory pension scheme
7. Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
8. Cycle to work scheme
9. Access to the NHS Discount Scheme
10. Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks
11. Relocation package will also be considered

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

1. Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
2. Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
3. Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis
4. Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
5. A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
6. Committed to continued professional development
7. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
8. A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent
9. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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 Frankie on 01277 286 033.