Lead Consultant Psychiatrist - Community Recovery

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide leadership to the CPA recovery team. The role involves offering comprehensive assessment and management for adults with severe mental illness. Candidates must be registered with the General Medical Council and have significant experience in Acute Adult Psychiatry. This position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication with both medical staff and patients. Competitive compensation and support for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Acute Adult Psychiatry at consultant level within the last 3 years.
• Excellent working knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act.
• Experience of working with severe and enduring mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant leadership to the CPA recovery team.
• Attend and be the clinical leader of weekly MDT meetings.
• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management for adults with acute mental illness.

Skills

Leadership in clinical settings

Risk assessment and management

Consultation skills

Communication skills

Education

Fully registered with the General Medical Council

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Higher degree such as MD or PhD

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide leadership to the CPA recovery team. The role involves offering comprehensive assessment and management for adults with severe mental illness. Candidates must be registered with the General Medical Council and have significant experience in Acute Adult Psychiatry. This position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication with both medical staff and patients. Competitive compensation and support for professional development are offered.