Consultant Psychiatrist The closing date is 16 June 2026
We are the Defence Mental Health Services (DMHS) and we are looking for a professional Psychiatrist to join our team at RAF Brize Norton Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC). DPHC is an inclusive organisation working hard to provide excellent care to entitled personnel.
Position: Fixed‑Term appointment until April 2028, full time (40 hours per week). Part‑time hours may be available on a job share basis.
Benefits: Outstanding rewards and employee benefits, including the following:
An inclusive working environment
Professional Registration Fees re‑imbursed
Free parking
Learning and development opportunities
Main duties of the job
Provide effective, recovery‑based care to Service Personnel and entitled civilians, with timely access to skilled assessment, treatment and occupational recommendations that meet individual needs.
Manage a caseload of complex, unstable cases and provide short‑notice consultation and advice to team members.
Maintain responsibility for patients throughout care, including referral to other regional services.
Work collaboratively with patients, families and significant others where appropriate.
Liaise with the in‑patient Consultant Psychiatrist and attend ward rounds as required.
Communicate effectively with patients to understand their personal and sensitive difficulties.
Qualifications and Registrations
Full GMC registration with licence to practice.
Member or Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent for certificate of completion of training (CCT).
Certificate of Specialist Training or equivalent in General Adult or forensic Psychiatry.
Registered with relevant professional body prior to commencing in post.
Security requirements Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before appointment. A security check is required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Salary £109,725 to £145,478 per annum (pro‑rata for part time).
Equal opportunities The Ministry of Defence embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.
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