Consultant Psychiatrist

Consultant Psychiatrist Acute Inpatient Ward

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Location: Nottingham (On-site)
Contract Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

We are working with a leading independent mental health provider to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established inpatient service in the Nottingham area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive multidisciplinary team within an acute and psychiatric intensive care (PICU) setting, providing care to adults experiencing a range of complex mental health conditions.

The service is set within extensive grounds and offers a structured, therapeutic environment focused on recovery, dignity, and personalised care.

• Provide clinical leadership and medical oversight for patients within an acute inpatient ward
• Act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983)
• Lead multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, and care planning meetings
• Contribute to pre-admission assessments and referral processes
• Support formulation, diagnosis, and treatment planning for complex presentations
• Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care within a therapeutic milieu
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support recovery-focused outcomes

• GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register (essential)
• CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in Psychiatry
• Experience working within inpatient mental health settings
• Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act (1983) and associated responsibilities
• Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred xwzovoh care

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Birthday leave (additional day off)
• Flexible benefits including gym membership discounts, healthcare cash plans, and technology schemes
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications (via internal development panels)
• Leadership and management development pathways
• Long service awards and referral bonuses