Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - London

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and psychiatric care for adult patients in an inpatient setting.
• Act as an Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act, with responsibilities including detention, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff and contribute to their training and development.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
• Engage with families, carers, and external agencies to support holistic care and recovery.
• Qualifications & Experience
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register for General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT)
• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• Approved Clinician status under the Mental Health Act (or eligibility to obtain)
• Significant experience in inpatient adult psychiatry
• Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
• How to Apply
• If your experience aligns with this role, apply today! Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss your application in detail.
• Why Work with Pulse?
• Reasonable Adjustments
• If you consider yourself to have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please contact our team at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure you receive the appropriate support throughout the process and into your placement.
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Additional Information

Job Title: Consultant in Adult Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: London, Greater London Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive - details to be discussed upon application We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to join our NHS client in London, Greater London . This is a full-time position offering a dynamic opportunity to lead inpatient psychiatric services and contribute to high-quality mental health care in a vibrant urban setting.

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