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Consultant Psychiatrist
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 170,000 - 170,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Essex
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
Consultant Psychiatrist, Essex
Location: Essex (Greater London Area)
Salary: Up to £170,000
Hours: 37.5 per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Consultant Psychiatrist required for a Specialist Low Secure Service
Gilbert Meher is partnered with a leading private mental health provider which is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established team at one of its specialist hospitals in Essex. This role is ideal for a compassionate and skilled professional committed to delivering high-quality care within a secure forensic mental health setting.
About the Service
The facility provides low secure forensic services for men aged 50 and over, supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, including personality disorders and dementia, as well as physical healthcare requirements. Patients are cared for in two purpose-built, 13-bed male units designed to promote dignity, recovery, and age-appropriate support.
The Role
As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will take clinical responsibility for patients and provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team. You will be instrumental in driving a patient-centric, recovery-focused approach to care.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead clinical assessments, care planning, treatment interventions, and patient reviews
Collaborate closely with psychologists, nurses, therapists, and external partners
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and contribute to clinical governance
Participate in on-call rotations and ensure continuity of quality care
Support service development and quality improvement initiatives
Mentor junior medical staff and contribute to training programs
Candidate Requirements
Full GMC registration with specialist registration in psychiatry
CCST / CCT (or equivalent) in relevant psychiatric specialty
Experience working in forensic and/or secure inpatient settings
Thorough understanding of Clinical Governance and CQC requirements
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of up to £170,000 per annum
30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme and life assurance
Medical indemnity cover
Free on-site parking and access to staff wellbeing initiatives
Career progression within a nationally respected healthcare group
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes within a supportive, specialist setting. If you’re passionate about forensic psychiatry and looking to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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