Job Description
Consultant Psychiatrist
Job Purpose
The post holder will provide senior medical leadership and high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients under their care. As an Approved Clinician (AC) and Section 12 approved doctor, the Consultant Psychiatrist will exercise statutory responsibilities under the Mental Health Act (MHA) and contribute to safe, effective, and patient-centred services in line with national guidance and organisational policies.
Location: Hampshire
Job Type: Temporary
Duration of booking: Ongoing
Proposed start date: ASAP
Pay Rates: Up to £862 - £937 a day
Hours / Working Days: 32 -40 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Sector: Healthcare
Based: Office / Hospital
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
1. Provide consultant-level psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients within the designated service (General Adult, Forensic, or Community available).
2. Act as Responsible Clinician (RC) and Approved Clinician (AC) under the Mental Health Act where appropriate.
3. Unde...