Job Summary
Consultant Psychiatrist at Gateway Recovery Centre in Widnes offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team providing specialist inpatient, rehabilitation, and low secure mental health services. With a competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits, this part‑time position allows you to make a real difference in the lives of those in your care.
Job Details
* Date posted: 01 December 2025
* Pay scheme: Other
* Salary: £80,000 to £85,000 a year
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 1435019358
* Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Widnes, WA8 0GT
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing RC and consultant psychiatrist input to inpatients.
* 0.5 WTE will carry a caseload of 8‑12 patients depending on the nature of the service.
* Participation in a low frequency second‑on‑call rota for the region.
* Assessing new referrals to ensure that the service meets the needs of those who are admitted.
* Providing leadership to the clinical team and contributing to clinical governance and service development.
* Maintaining good relationships with external agencies such as community teams and commissioning bodies.
* Contributing to the training and education of staff.
Qualifications & Requirements
* To hold MRCPsych or equivalent.
* CCT in general adult psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, psychiatry of learning disabilities, or medical psychotherapy is preferred; experienced candidates not on the specialist register but with AC status will also be considered.
* Full GMC registration and an appraisal within the last 12 months.
* Section 12(2) approval and AC status.
* Experience working within an MDT providing care for patients with complex needs.
* Innovative, motivated and passionate with a good team ethos.
What You Will Get
* Competitive Salary
* £5,000 car allowance
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
* Up to 5 days study leave per year
* Free meals and parking
* Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work‑life balance
* 24‑hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be
* Access to Wagestream to help you manage your finances
* Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals
* Pension contribution to secure your future
* Medical indemnity cover
* Life assurance for added peace of mind
* Enhanced maternity package to allow you to truly enjoy this special time
About Your Next Employer
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities and autism services, with a network of over 90 services across England and Wales. As part of the global Ramsay Health Care group, Elysium offers a stable and agile environment for healthcare professionals to grow and develop their careers.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand that it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Name: Elysium Healthcare
Address: Elysium Healthcare, Widnes, WA8 0GT
Website: https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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