Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult
Department: Medical and Psychiatry
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Priory Hospital Woodbourne
Description
Woodbourne – Seeking a Private Consultant Psychiatrist
Priory Hospital Woodbourne, located in a peaceful and picturesque suburb of South West Birmingham, is a specialised addiction rehab centre, providing expert treatment for a range of addictions, including alcohol, drugs and behavioural addictions.
Our specialist addiction facility, The Manor Ward, is where our team deliver exceptional levels of treatment and care to patients. We pride ourselves on placing you at the heart of your recovery journey, helping you achieve the best possible outcomes. All treatment is tailored to your individual needs and structured within National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines.
The Opportunity:
We invite an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team on an independent basis, offering the chance to build and manage a private practice providing inpatient, outpatient and day‑care services at our site. This role is integral to maintaining high standards of care and providing expert guidance to dedicated staff.
At Priory, we offer a supported pathway into private practice—giving you the freedom of self‑employment with the backing of the UK’s leading mental healthcare provider.
* Immediate patient flow – No need to build a caseload from scratch.
* Marketing & brand recognition – Attract patients through The Priory’s trusted name.
* Operational & admin support – Focus on patient care, not paperwork.
* Flexible working – Set your own hours while growing your practice.
* Regulatory compliance & CQC registration – We handle background checks and ensure your practice meets all regulatory requirements.
* Join a network of expert psychiatrists who have already made the transition with confidence.
What you’ll be doing
* Assess and treat a diverse mix of inpatient and outpatient patients.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants and dietician.
* Engage in quality improvement and governance activities.
* Expand your practice in alignment with the site’s prestigious reputation.
* Network with professional colleagues and referral sources.
* Market yourself and your practice in conjunction with Priory, registering with private medical insurers and providing information for our website.
* Maintain professional development and meet re‑validation requirements.
What you’ll bring to the role
* GMC registration with relevant specialist registration.
* Experience in eating disorders, including at least 2 years operating in a substantive role within the NHS.
* A strong understanding of clinical governance and regulatory frameworks.
* Successful completion of a DBS check (funded by Priory).
Why Partner with Woodbourne?
* Enjoy the flexibility to manage your time and commitment.
* Be associated with a renowned brand in eating disorder services.
* Utilise top‑tier facilities and receive professional marketing support.
* The established site is registered to receive patients from all major private medical insurance providers.
* Provide patients with high‑quality therapeutic care.
* Take part in social media marketing and educational content for a national audience.
* Work alongside esteemed consultant colleagues.
* Offer innovative, evidence‑based treatments.
Apply Today
For more information about this exciting opportunity and to become a part of our team, please visit the Priory Careers site.
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