Private CAMHS Inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist

Priory; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Job description

Private CAMHS Inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist

Reference: PRI97195
Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton, Priory Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5JJ
Priory Group Division: Healthcare
Salary: £ Apply
Hours: 37.5
Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

About Priory Group:
At Priory Group, we are dedicated to transforming lives by providing high-quality, patient-centred mental health care. We are now seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our exceptional team. Our expertise lies in various service lines - Acute Care, PICU, R&R, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Personality Disorders, Forensic Psychiatry, Intellectual Disabilities, Neurodevelopmental disorders, Acquired Brain Injury, CAMHS and Private. We offer a stimulating environment where you can lead innovative care, work with diverse patient populations, and make a lasting impact.

The Role:
As a Private CAMHS Consultant, you will be at the forefront of psychiatric care, offering both inpatient and outpatient treatment and clinical leadership in our private adolescent mental health unit and private outpatient CAMHS team. You will work closely with our dedicated Multidisciplinary Team to ensure safe and effective service delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Serving as the Consultant and Responsible Clinician within the Multidisciplinary Team
• Taking overall responsibility for patient care and treatment plans
• Assessment and management of cases collaborating with patients, carers and external stakeholders
• Chairing MDT/CPA Meetings and adhering to organizational admission and discharge policies
• Contributing to unit governance through expertise and leadership
• Assessment and management of outpatient cases collaborating with patients, carers, therapists and external stakeholders

Management Responsibilities:

• Offering Clinical Leadership in collaboration with the Ward Manager
• Ensuring the ward complies with organizational and regulatory requirements
• Active participation in ward governance meetings and organizational quality improvement initiatives and service development
• Attending Monthly CAMHS governance meetings
• Attending regular Outpatient CAMHS MDT meetings and involvement in service development

Academic Responsibilities:

• Participating in monthly Academic meetings
• Delivering case presentations and teaching
• Engaging in audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives

Post Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you should have:

• MBBS or equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• Registration on the specialist register with CAMHS CCT/CESR, along with valid AC Status
• Experience and knowledge in CAMHS
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, as well as the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Practice
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing comprehensive assessments and developing treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Leading ward rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and care reviews.
• Overseeing clinical management of complex cases, particularly those involving risk or challenging behaviour.
• Supporting patients and families through treatment decisions, relapse prevention, and recovery pathways.
• Providing mentorship, supervision, and support to junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Driving quality improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with CQC regulations and national standards.
• Collaborating with site leadership to ensure efficient service delivery and patient satisfaction.

Our Team & Culture:
At Priory, we take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. You will be working alongside a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about providing the best care for our patients. Our diverse team is committed to innovation and continuously seeks to improve service delivery through reflective practice and professional growth.

Why Join Priory?
At Priory, we are committed to the professional and personal growth of our staff. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time).
• Generous CPD opportunities and access to internal and external training courses.
• Opportunities to engage in clinical research and teaching.
• A supportive leadership team that values your input and ideas.
• Access to wellbeing programs and employee assistance services.
• Relocation support (if applicable).

Diversity & Inclusion:
At Priory, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and supported. We recognize that a diverse workforce brings valuable perspectives that enhance our services and enrich our culture. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities, genders, and sexual orientations.