Locum Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist - Merseyside
Medacs Healthcare invites applications for a Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry (Community) across the UK. The role is based at Leigh Moss Hospital, Mersey Care NHS Trust.
* Rates: £90 - £115 per hour
* Shifts: Full time, Monday to Friday
* Location: Leigh Moss Hospital
* Details: Community older adults post, managing patients with functional and organic disorders; clinics, home visits, MDT meetings, occasional cover in long‑stay rehabilitation ward.
Benefits
* Weekly payroll, usually each Friday
* Designated GMC connection with Medacs Healthcare
* Appraisal support via in‑house revalidation & appraisal team
* Free life support courses, DBS applications, online training, onboarding costs covered
* Access to The Support Hub for mental health and well‑being support
* First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts
* Dedicated recruitment consultant with 24/7 support
* Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy
* Hundreds of new shifts available every day
* Long‑term jobs and short shifts available
* £1,000 referral bonus
About the Role
As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you will work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high‑quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. 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
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree
* Full GMC registration with licence to practise
* Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
* A current DBS check or PVG check, or willingness to undergo one
* Experience in adult mental health settings
* UK Right to Work
* Flexible, collaborative, patient‑focused approach
Desirable
* CCT in Old Age 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
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Apply Today
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We also offer a £1,000 payment for any successful consultant doctor referrals.
For more info please contact Jack Jones on 0161 507 7267 / 07741146291 / jack.lloydjones@medacs.com
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