About this role
Job Title: Consultant in Adult Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Devizes, Wiltshire Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive — details to be discussed upon application
We are seeking a highly experienced and committed Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to join our NHS client in Devizes, Wiltshire. This full-time role involves providing expert psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs, with responsibilities under the Mental Health Act as a Section 12 Approved Clinician.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide clinical leadership and psychiatric care for adults with a range of mental health conditions.
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Act as an Approved Clinician and hold Section 12 approval, undertaking responsibilities related to detention, treatment, and discharge planning under the Mental Health Act.
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Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nursing, psychology, social care, and primary care professionals.
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Supervise and support junior medical staff and trainees.
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Participate in service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.
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Engage with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic, person-centred care.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
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Inclusion on the Specialist Register for General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT)
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MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
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Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status (or eligibility to obtain)
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Extensive experience in adult psychiatry and multidisciplinary team working
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Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision-making skills