Description

You've trained for years to reach this level. Make sure your next contract reflects that.

CAMHS Professionals are specialist mental health recruiters, and we're always looking for experienced Consultant Psychiatrists to join our nationwide network on a contract basis. Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge, more flexibility, or simply a better rate — let's talk.

What the role actually looks like

CAMHS inpatient and community services

Adult mental health inpatient and community teams

Forensic and specialist psychiatric services

Crisis and liaison psychiatry services

Independent and NHS settings nationwide

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Providing senior clinical leadership and overall medical responsibility for a defined caseload of patients

Conducting and overseeing comprehensive psychiatric assessments including risk assessment and formulation

Leading and contributing to MDT meetings, ward rounds, and care programme approach (CPA) reviews

Making and communicating diagnostic decisions and developing treatment plans in collaboration with patients and families

Prescribing and reviewing medication in line with NICE guidelines and evidence-based practice

Providing clinical supervision and leadership to junior medical staff, trainees, and the wider MDT

Ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and other relevant legislation

Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation to GMC and Trust standards

Contributing to service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives

Liaising with commissioners, legal teams, and external agencies as required

What we need from you

Essential:

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise — no conditions or restrictions

Approved Clinician (AC) status and Section 12(2) approval (or willingness to obtain)

Demonstrable experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist or in a senior psychiatric role

Strong clinical leadership and MDT working skills

Desirable (but not always required):

Additional sub-specialty experience (e.g. CAMHS, forensic, liaison, ADHD, eating disorders)

Experience in NHS and independent sector settings

Leadership or management experience at service or departmental level

Training approval or experience in supervising medical trainees

What you'll get from us:

Highly competitive consultant-level contract rates

Flexible contract arrangements

A dedicated consultant who understands psychiatric recruitment at senior level

Fast GMC/compliance checks and onboarding support

Access to exclusive positions across NHS trusts and independent providers

Genuine support throughout your placement — you'll always have a direct point of contact

Looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist contract that works around you?

Apply here or message us directly. No hard sell, just an honest conversation.

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