Consultant – Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (Forest House)
We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for our Adolescent In‑Patient Unit at Forest House, Radlett, Hertfordshire.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and provide clinical care to children and young people aged 13‑18 in an acute inpatient setting.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (psychologists, nurses, social workers, therapists) to deliver best practice care.
* Co‑ordinate assessments, family consultations and liaison with local CAMHS Tier 3 services.
* Participate in clinical governance, operational management and quality improvement initiatives.
* Support and mentor junior staff and trainees.
* Maintain specialist services for eating disorders under a dedicated eating‑disorder pathway.
Qualifications & Experience
* Medical degree and full registration with GMC.
* Consultant level qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (CCT).
* Experience working in an adolescent inpatient setting preferred.
* Strong leadership, teamwork and communication skills.
* Commitment to evidence‑based practice and continuous professional development.
Contact
For further information or to apply, please contact Dr Rania Moussa, Medical Lead, via rania.moussa@nhs.net.
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