Consultant Psychiatrist – Female Acute Inpatient | 30 Hours | Bristol
Location: North Bristol area – easily accessible from M32/M4
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time (30 hours/week)
Setting: Private Mental Health Hospital – NHS Referrals
Key Health are supporting an established independent mental health provider in Bristol to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist for a female acute inpatient service. This is a rare opportunity to take a clinical leadership role in a modern, well-resourced hospital that delivers high-quality care to patients referred through NHS pathways.
You’ll be supported by a strong Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), including a Specialty Doctor, and work within a progressive and stable environment that prioritises collaboration, patient-centred care, and staff development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead psychiatric care for a female acute inpatient ward
* Conduct assessments, manage treatment plans, and oversee risk reviews
* Provide clinical leadership and supervision for junior medical staff
* Contribute to governance, service development, and team-wide learning
* Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS referrers
Requirements:
* GMC-registered with licence to practise
* CCT in General Adult Psychiatry
* Section 12 and Approved Clinician (AC) status
* Experience working at Consultant level, ideally within NHS or independent mental health settings
* Skilled in managing acute mental health presentations and working within MDTs
What’s on Offer:
* £170,300 FTE (pro rata for 30 hours)
* 30 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with length of service)
* Free on-site parking
* Subsidised meals while on duty
* Contributory pension scheme
* Paid DBS, CPD support, and extensive induction
* Long service awards and well-being benefits
* Career development within a respected mental health provider
Why Apply?
This role offers autonomy, clinical leadership, and stability within a highly professional and supportive setting, perfect for a Consultant seeking meaningful patient impact without the pressures of overburdened caseloads or under-resourced services.
📩 Next Steps:
For a confidential conversation or to request the full briefing pack, email nicole.harvey@key-health.co.uk or message me here on LinkedIn.