Consultant Psychiatrist – Female Acute Inpatient Ward
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £160,000 (pro rata, FTE)
Hours: 30 hours per week (part-time, permanent)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a highly respected mental health service in Bristol, specialising in acute inpatient care for females. The role involves taking clinical responsibility for a 10-bedded female acute inpatient ward, working closely with patients referred primarily by the NHS.
This prestigious post combines clinical leadership with the opportunity to work alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, including a dedicated Specialty Doctor. The Consultant Psychiatrist will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to service development within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consultant-level care to patients on the female acute ward.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of personalised, evidence-based care.
- Supervise and support junior medical staff.
- Lead clinical governance and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
- Work with management to drive service enhancements.
Qualifications and Experience
- CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in Psychiatry.
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
- AC and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Current GMC registration with a license to practise and inclusion on the specialist register.
- Significant experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist in the NHS, with a focus on acute inpatient and outpatient care.
- Proven leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in supervising junior staff and contributing to service change and improvement.
- Active involvement in clinical governance and service development initiatives.
What’s on Offer:
- A highly competitive salary.
- 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with an additional two days after five years of service).
- Subsidised meals on duty and free onsite parking.
- Enhanced maternity pay and comprehensive induction.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to online benefits, cashback rewards, and the cycle-to-work scheme.
- Contributory pension scheme and long service awards.
Why Join?
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need of compassionate mental health care. As part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, the successful candidate will enjoy a collaborative and fulfilling work environment with the resources to thrive professionally.
Apply Now
Take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to transforming mental health care. Apply today and help shape the future of psychiatric services.
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