Lifeworks is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team. This is a self-employed role. You will be part of a compassionate team committed to our patients' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will play a key part in patient recovery, assisting qualified staff with assessment and implementation of individual care plans, undertaking routine tasks to facilitate wellbeing, dignity, and treatment.
Responsibilities include:
1. Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews, and developing a therapeutic milieu.
2. Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
3. Supervising referral and admission processes, including preadmission assessments of young people.
4. Providing a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team regarding assessment, formulation, and treatment of adults.
Benefits of working with us:
* Clinical freedom: control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans.
* Team connection: work independently with full clinical governance and peer support.
* Steady patient flow: referrals via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence.
* Admin support: bookings, billing, and secretarial support handled by us.
* Established reputation: part of a trusted brand for over 30 years.
* Quality facilities: work from fully equipped, CQC-registered hospitals and outpatient clinics.
* Flexible commitment: choose your sessions around your lifestyle.
* Inpatient access: direct pathways into Priory services when needed.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the vacancy may close early if enough suitable candidates are found. Our work is rewarding but challenging; resilience and empathy are essential. The post requires GMC registration, including the Specialist Register, and experience in inpatient settings with individuals experiencing significant mental health difficulties.
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