Locum Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Mental Health
Location: North East
Rate: £90 – £110 per hour
Contract Type: Locum (long‑term)
Start Date: ASAP for 2 months (view to extend)
Make a Real Difference in Mental Health – On Your Terms
We’re proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We’re currently recruiting for locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Adult Mental Health with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.
Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare
* Priority access to psychiatry locum shifts across the UK
* Flexible long‑term or short‑term assignments that fit your lifestyle and career goals
* Trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS trusts
* Dedicated recruitment consultant for one‑to‑one support
* Streamlined registration and fast onboarding
* Free wellbeing support, including webinars with CPD points
* GMC revalidation and appraisal support
* Lucrative referral scheme
* 24/7/365 support
About the Role
As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you’ll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high‑quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:
* Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
* Leading treatment planning and clinical decision‑making
* Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
* Liaising with community services and external partners
Essential Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree
* Full GMC registration and licence to practise
* Section 12/Section 22 and approved or responsible clinician status (or eligibility)
* Current DBS or PVG check, or willingness to obtain one
* Experience in adult mental health settings
* UK right to work
* Flexible, collaborative, patient‑focused approach
Desirable
* CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)
Locations Available
* Greater London
* Midlands
* North West & North East England
* South East & South West England
* Scotland
* Wales
Apply Today
Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV.
For more information, please contact Christianne Day at 01756 702 207 or christianne.day@medacs.com.
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