Job Title: Medico-Legal Consultant Psychiatrist (Remote)
Location: Remote
Fee: £400 per assessment (1-hour assessment + 1-hour report)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Medico-Legal Consultant Psychiatrist to undertake remote psychiatric assessments and produce high-quality medico-legal reports. This role is ideal for a consultant psychiatrist with expertise in delivering clear, objective, and court-compliant opinions.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments via secure video consultation (approximately 1 hour per assessment)
* Prepare detailed, structured medico-legal reports (approximately 1 hour per report)
* Provide independent, evidence-based opinions in line with medico-legal standards
* Assess diagnosis, causation, prognosis, and treatment needs where applicable
* Ensure reports are compliant with legal requirements and suitable for use in court
* Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely documentation
Requirements
* GMC-registered Consultant Psychiatrist with a licence to practise
* Inclusion on the Specialist Register in Psychiatry
* Previous experience in medico-legal work preferred
* Strong report-writing skills with attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and manage caseload efficiently
* Access to a secure and private environment for remote consultations
Desirable Experience
* Experience preparing reports for personal injury, immigration, or criminal cases
* Familiarity with court procedures and expert witness responsibilities
* Training in medico-legal report writing
What We Offer
* Fully remote, flexible working arrangements
* Competitive fixed fee of £400 per assessment
* Streamlined administrative support
* Regular flow of cases (volume dependent on availability)