Consultant Psychiatrist
Location
West Midlands
Salary
£150,000 - £165,000 (depending on experience)
Hours
37.5 hours (including options for more flexible working, ie one day working from home)
Vacancy Type
Permanent - Full Time
Our client runs a 30 bedded hospital that cares for patients who are 18 years and over in an acute setting. They are seeking a full time Consultant Psychiatrist to cover 17 beds in the Acute service.
The aim of the hospital is to provide a person-centred approach in a therapeutic environment, which promotes collaborative care planning to optimise treatment goals.
The role will be working with male and female patients. You will fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patients from admission to discharge with the support of a skilled and motivated MDT.
Experience required
Essential
Experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficulties.
Desirable
You will have experience at Consultant level within the NHS, including the ability to conduct training.
Qualifications
Essential
You must hold a CCST/CCT or equivalent in the relevant areas of psychiatry
You will continue to hold a registration with the GMC, including being on the special register for Psychiatry.
What is on offer:
Competitive salary range between £150,000 - £165,000 dependent on experience
Full-time dedicated Speciality Doctor support and on site RMO cover evenings and weekends
Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday
Flexible working including one day working from home per week
Generous study leave (including funding)
Your own office and ample administrative support
Peer group of Doctors who meet regularly for supervision and RCPsych CPD requirements
Twice monthly regional CPD teaching programme
Career development opportunities at the hospital and the wider group
Excellent benefit package (including private health insurance)
Company pension scheme
Merco is a reputable framework agency that has been recruiting clinical staff into the NHS and private sector since 2002.
For more information on this role, please do not hesitate to apply online or call us on (phone number removed)