Overview
Locum Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare
Contact: Natalie Stephenson on 01756 702207 or email Natalie.Stephenson@Medacs.com
Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Mental Health
Location: Southern Scotland
Rate: £90.00 - £100.00
Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)
Start Date: ASAP - 30/11/2025
Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms
Are you a dedicated Consultant in Adult Psychiatry looking for the flexibility and variety that locum work offers? At Medacs Healthcare, we support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We are currently recruiting for locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Adult Mental Health with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.
Whether you're seeking a short-term placement or a longer-term assignment, we'll help you find the right fit.
Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:
* Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to psychiatry locum roles across the UK.
* Shifts That Work for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
* NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
* Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - One-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
* Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quickly and efficiently.
* Free Wellbeing Support - Free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
* GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with annual appraisals.
* Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral.
* 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock.
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
EXAMPLE ROTA
Proposed Job Planning Timetable for Locum Consultant Psychiatrist Woodlands Resource Centre, Falkirk Community Hospital. The timetable below is indicative.
Day Activity
Monday 09:00 - 13:00 Outpatient Clinic
13:00 - 17:00 Clinical Admin/Home visit
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:30 Outpatient Clinic
12:30 - 13:30 Senior Medical Staff Meeting
13:30 - 17:00 Community MDT
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00 Admin/MHA work
13:00 - 17:00 Outpatient clinic
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00 SPA / CPD
13:00 - 17:00 Outpatient Clinic
Friday 09:00 - 12:30 Outpatient Clinic
12:30 - 13:30 Senior Medical Staff Meeting
13:30 - 14:00 Urgent MDT Huddle
14:00 - 17:00 Clinical Admin/MHA work
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
* Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
* A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or willingness to undergo one as part of registration
* Experience in adult mental health settings
* UK Right to Work
* A flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach
Desirable:
* CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)
Locations Available
We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:
* Greater London
* Midlands
* North West & North East England
* South East & South West England
* Scotland
* Wales
Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.
Apply Today
Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.
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