Lead Consultant Psychiatrist

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a fast-paced, acute Mental Health Service and play a key role in shaping the care pathways and building the culture alongside the senior leadership team.

Main duties of the job

As the Lead Consultant Psychiatrist, you will be responsible for the overall clinical leadership of the medical team, including the development of clinical pathways, clinical governance, and the provision of high-quality clinical supervision. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for patients, lead the Care Programme Approach process, and collaborate with external care coordinators and commissioners. Additionally, you will support the Hospital Director with in-service and business planning activities, participate in the internal CPD programme, and contribute to the efficient running of the services.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is an opportunity for career growth and development.

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist looking to move forward in your career? Do you want to work in a fast-paced, acute Mental Health Service, where you will be an integral part of shaping the care pathways and being part of building the culture alongside the senior leadership team?

If you are a Lead Consultant Psychiatrist with experience of working with people in inpatient settings who may be treated under the Mental Health Act and are interested in providing treatment for women and men who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental disorders then join the new team at Dunnock View.

You will be responsible for overall clinical leadership of the medical team which will include development of clinical pathways, clinical governance and provision of high-quality clinical supervision.

Job description Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist looking to move forward in your career? Do you want to work in a fast-paced, acute Mental Health Service, where you will be an integral part of shaping the care pathways and building the culture alongside the senior leadership team?

If you are a Lead Consultant Psychiatrist with experience of working with people in inpatient settings who may be treated under the Mental Health Act and are interested in providing treatment for women and men who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental disorders then join the new team at Dunnock View.

You will be responsible for overall clinical leadership of the medical team including development of clinical pathways, clinical governance, and high-quality clinical supervision.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact our Lead recruiter Kiru at who will arrange a call with the Medical Director.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for a caseload in accordance with NICE guidelines
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in providing holistic care for patients and support colleagues
• Lead the Care Programme Approach process, provide medical reports, and endorse CPA meeting minutes
• Liaise and collaborate with external care coordinators and commissioners
• Work with GPs and practice nurses to ensure high-quality physical health care for patients
• Undertake administrative duties related to patient care
• Support the Hospital Director with in-service and business planning activities
• Participate in annual appraisals for Consultants
• Attend and participate in Elysium's academic programme, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD
• Joint-lead managers and colleagues to ensure efficient service operations

You will also be required to take part in the On Call Consultant rota.

To be successful, you should:

• Be medically qualified, with MRC Psych or equivalent
• Hold Section 12(2) approval and Approved clinician status
• Have full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Be innovative, with the ability to initiate corporate decisions
• Have a strong understanding of current developments in psychiatry and mental health
• Possess substantial knowledge of change management, legislation, and contractual issues in mental health
• Have previous experience in a management role as a Consultant

What you will get

• Competitive annual salary
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an extra day for your birthday
• Wellbeing support and activities
• 24-hour GP service
• Career development and training opportunities
• Pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity package

Additional benefits include retail discounts, special offers, and more.

About your next employer:

You will work for an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to care delivery. With over 90 services across England and Wales covering various specialties, there are growth opportunities.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, operating in 10 countries with over 86,000 employees globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices and is a Disability Confident employer. All staff are responsible for safeguarding service users, and all candidates require a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Medically qualified, with MRC Psych or equivalent, Section 12(2) approval, and GMC registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Salary expectations will be discussed at interview.