Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute Hospital Liaison & Leadership

Avon & Wiltshire Partnership; Swindon; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Swindon is seeking two Liaison Consultants for their Acute Hospital Liaison Service. This role involves providing diagnostic advice, engaging in clinical leadership, and participating in a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will join an established trust focused on mental health care and will be part of a dynamic environment aimed at improving patient outcomes. Flexibility in the number of sessions is available based on service needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified consultant with a background in general adult, dual trained, or older adult specializations.
• Expected to perform diagnostic assessments and treatment plans.
• Ability to participate in clinical leadership and service development.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and treatment advice for patients at Great Western Hospital.
• Lead clinical discussions in daily MDT meetings.
• Triage referrals and manage face-to-face patient contacts.

Skills

Diagnostic and treatment advice

Clinical leadership

Teaching and training ability

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Education

General adult or dual trained qualification

Job description

A mental health service provider in Swindon is seeking two Liaison Consultants for their Acute Hospital Liaison Service. This role involves providing diagnostic advice, engaging in clinical leadership, and participating in a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will join an established trust focused on mental health care and will be part of a dynamic environment aimed at improving patient outcomes. Flexibility in the number of sessions is available based on service needs.