Medical Director / Consutlant Psychiatrist

+ Work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team (MDT) to assess, treat, and stabilise service users.
+ Take overall responsibility for treatment plans in collaboration with the MDT.
+ Perform examinations, diagnoses, and treatment for service users.
+ Lead risk assessments, risk management, and the embedding of clinical governance within the service.
+ Participate in ward rounds, clinical audits, and reviews of Mental Health Act documentation.
+ Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managers' hearings and attend hearings as necessary.
+ Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff, supporting their development.
+ Participate in the telephone on-call rota.

Job DescriptionMedical Director/Consultant PsychiatristSalary: Up to £160,000Our client is a highly regarded provider of inpatient mental health services, including a specialist personality disorder service, committed to offering a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to treatment.This exciting opportunity allows you to work within a service focused on providing a safe, stabilising environment for patients in crisis or requiring emergency admission.The ideal candidate will be a fully GMC registered Consultant Psychiatrist with significant experience in adult psychiatry and mental health diagnosis. They will have a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.For this role, you will need:Qualifications & Registration
+ Full GMC registration with MBBS (or equivalent) qualification.
+ Registration on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12, and AC status.
+ Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent.
Experience & Knowledge
+ Extensive experience and knowledge in adult psychiatry and mental health diagnosis.
+ Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Skills & Competencies
+ Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interview, assess, treat patients, and write clear medical notes.