Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry - Petersfield

We are seeking a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry to join the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) at Petersfield Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality psychiatric care across Petersfield and Bordon, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to improving adult mental health outcomes. You will manage a caseload of adults with diverse and complex mental health needs, offering clinical leadership and expertise to the team, including nurses, psychologists, and support workers. With 6 Programmed Activities per week, this permanent post includes both direct clinical care and time for professional development. This is a rewarding role within a dynamic community setting, ideal for a consultant passionate about integrated, patient-centred care and keen to make a real impact in mental health services., As a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care, assume Responsible Clinician duties, and lead clinical decision-making for complex cases. Key tasks include managing assessments, formulating treatment plans, and supporting recovery-focused interventions. You will work collaboratively within the CMHT, leading case discussions, supervising junior staff, and engaging in multi-disciplinary meetings. The role involves 4.5 PAs for direct clinical care and 1.5 PAs for supporting professional activities, including CPD and service development. Essential skills include strong communication, leadership, and experience in general adult psychiatry. This position requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering outstanding mental health services in a community-based setting.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.

We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.

Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future