Job Description
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to lead specialist psychiatric care within a neurorehabilitation hospital setting. You’ll oversee treatment for individuals with acquired brain injury and associated conditions, guiding a multidisciplinary team using a bio-psycho-social, recovery-focused model.
You’ll take clinical responsibility for detained and voluntary patients, provide expert psychiatric input, and ensure safe, effective, and person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead psychiatric provision within the hospital’s neurorehabilitation service.
* Act as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act.
* Conduct regular reviews and support care planning with the MDT.
* Supervise and advise medical and clinical colleagues.
* Chair weekly clinical meetings and oversee goal-setting.
* Liaise with external professionals and families to support recovery.
* Participate in the non-residential on-call rota.
About You
1. MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
2. GMC registration with licence to practise.
3. MRCPsych (or equivalent).
4. Approved Clinician and Section 12 status.
5. Strong leader...