Consultant Psychiatrist & Medical Director

Job summaryWe are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist and Medical Director who will work at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove and provide senior medical cover on Crocus Ward, our 20-bed female emergency acute inpatient service.The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.The post holder will also be the Medical Director at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove, our our 31 bed new hospital for women in Staffordshire.In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.Main duties of the jobCygnet Hospital Kidsgrove is our new hospital for women in Staffordshire. There are two wards at the hospital; a 20 bed Acute service for women and an 11 bed Highly Specialised Personality Disorder Rehabilitation service.Crocus Ward provides a safe and stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. Burleigh Ward provides specialised support for women with a personality disorder and other complex needs.The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and have overall medical responsibility of patient treatment, whilst liaising closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers etc.)The post holder will be expected to act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
About usCygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.
DetailsDate posted02 September 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
175,000 to 175,000 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberVP EFJob locationsKidsgroveST7 4JAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist & Medical DirectorService Line: Female AcuteProfessionally Accountable to: Regional Medical DirectorManagerially Responsible to: Hospital ManagerWe are seeking an experienced full-timeMedical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove and provide senior medical cover on Crocus Ward, our 20- bed female emergency acute inpatient service.The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.Apart from being the Responsible Clinician at Crocus Ward, you will also be the Medical Director at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove, our 31 bed new hospital for women in Staffordshire.This is a full-time position with 0.2 WTE as Medical Director and 0.8 WTE as Consultant Psychiatrist.There are two wards at the hospital; a 20 bed Acute service for women and an 11 bed Highly Specialised Personality Disorder Rehabilitation service.Crocus Ward provides a safe an d stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. Burleigh Ward provides specialised support for women with a personality disorder and other complex needs.In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.Main duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a Consultant Psychiatrist you will:Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Crocus WardAct as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary teamAssess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service usersUndertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatmentConduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical auditsLead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the serviceSupervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearingsLiaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as requiredGood maintenance of patient recordsTo ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital ManagerTo communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.Contribute to the Second On call rota in line with the needs of the region.As a Medical Director you will:Ensure optimal clinical outcomes for the people in our careLead on all aspects of clinical practice & serve as an example of operational excellenceProvide leadership for medical staff on both professional and managerial issues whilst monitoring their performanceSupervision of all consultants and ensuring consultants are supervising SDs and ASsProvide expert knowledge & support within the service & to the wider teamEnsure quality & compliance with internal & external standards & regulationsWork with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment & careCoach, mentor & train colleaguesEnsure regular communication and meetings with medical staffAssist in recruitment and retention of medical staff to provide a high quality clinical serviceEnsure that medical staff are involved in hospital clinical governanceWork in conjunction with hospital managers to lead on the successful implementation of CQC outcomes for 4, 7 and 9Chair medical advisory committee meetings and attend Cygnet Medical Directors meetingsLiaise with Responsible Officer and Regional Medical Director in respect of concerns about fitness to practice issues for medical s taffWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to 175,000 per yearGenerous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupTeaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portfolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programmeOpportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiativesCompany Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to 1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeWe are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedRegistered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC StatusExperienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentCygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.RequirementsThe successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or to arrange an informal chat or site visit.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply
Job description
Job responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist & Medical DirectorService Line: Female AcuteProfessionally Accountable to: Regional Medical DirectorManagerially Responsible to: Hospital ManagerWe are seeking an experienced full-timeMedical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove and provide senior medical cover on Crocus Ward, our 20- bed female emergency acute inpatient service.The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.Apart from being the Responsible Clinician at Crocus Ward, you will also be the Medical Director at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove, our 31 bed new hospital for women in Staffordshire.This is a full-time position with 0.2 WTE as Medical Director and 0.8 WTE as Consultant Psychiatrist.There are two wards at the hospital; a 20 bed Acute service for women and an 11 bed Highly Specialised Personality Disorder Rehabilitation service.Crocus Ward provides a safe an d stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. Burleigh Ward provides specialised support for women with a personality disorder and other complex needs.In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.Main duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a Consultant Psychiatrist you will:Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Crocus WardAct as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary teamAssess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service usersUndertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatmentConduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical auditsLead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the serviceSupervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearingsLiaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as requiredGood maintenance of patient recordsTo ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital ManagerTo communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.Contribute to the Second On call rota in line with the needs of the region.As a Medical Director you will:Ensure optimal clinical outcomes for the people in our careLead on all aspects of clinical practice & serve as an example of operational excellenceProvide leadership for medical staff on both professional and managerial issues whilst monitoring their performanceSupervision of all consultants and ensuring consultants are supervising SDs and ASsProvide expert knowledge & support within the service & to the wider teamEnsure quality & compliance with internal & external standards & regulationsWork with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment & careCoach, mentor & train colleaguesEnsure regular communication and meetings with medical staffAssist in recruitment and retention of medical staff to provide a high quality clinical serviceEnsure that medical staff are involved in hospital clinical governanceWork in conjunction with hospital managers to lead on the successful implementation of CQC outcomes for 4, 7 and 9Chair medical advisory committee meetings and attend Cygnet Medical Directors meetingsLiaise with Responsible Officer and Regional Medical Director in respect of concerns about fitness to practice issues for medical s taffWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to 175,000 per yearGenerous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programmeCompany paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salaryContributory pension schemeResearch opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development GroupTeaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portfolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programmeOpportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiativesCompany Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to 1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptionsGym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness ConsultationsDiscount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights CardFree meals, on-site parking and EAP supportSmart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacyElectric Car SchemeWe are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedRegistered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC StatusExperienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentCygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.RequirementsThe successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or to arrange an informal chat or site visit.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to applyPerson Specification
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