Consultant Psychiatrist HMP Rochester, Cookham Wood, and Maidstone Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist based at Kent Prisons In-Reach Teams. The post holder will provide Consultant leadership for the In-Reach teams at HMP Rochester with 4PAs DCC, HMP Cookham Wood 2PAs DCC and HMP Maidstone 2PAs DCC. The post holder will be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry. In addition, the post holder would be expected to contribute to an aspect of quality assurance. 2 SPAs will be allocated in the job plan for undertaking activities that support the professional role such as teaching, training, clinical management, clinical governance, service development, research, and other relevant activities. Main duties of the job The post includes an interesting and varied range of clinical responsibilities for prisoners with a wide range of clinical conditions, including acute and chronic mental illness, personality disorder and ADHD. The in-reach team holds a caseload and within this caseload, number of patients would be subject to CPA management. Patients are generally seen within the outpatient clinics at each site, although at times patients may need to be seen on the wing in an emergency. All referrals are triaged by the In-Reach Team. At HMP Rochester the psychiatrist completes a segregation round once a week. Whilst there is flexibility in allocation of individual responsibilities, the overarching model is one of integrated working across the mental health multidisciplinary teams. The post holder would be provided with training in Rio and System One, which is used by healthcare in prison within the Trust. About us At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts. Oxleas recruitment and retention strategy includes offering all Consultants and SAS doctors regular formal structured mentoring by professionally trained mentors. "We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it's a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it's a place where our values, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people's lives." Chief Executive Job responsibilities Clinical work HMP Rochester, HMP Cookham Wood and HMP Maidstone Assessing prisoners in outpatient clinics, on the wing and in the segregation unit. Liaising with services outside the prison to arrange CPAs, aftercare plans or transfers to hospital. Any other care which could reasonably be expected of a consultant acting in an in reach capacity in a prison. Quality improvement initiatives, to be agreed with multidisciplinary colleagues and the service managers. The post holder will work closely with the Service Manager and consultant colleagues in the prisons, the Associate Clinical Director and the Clinical Director for the Forensics and Prisons Directorate to develop a model for the use of medical resources that meets service needs appropriately and supports a job plan that is professionally balanced. There is protected time for administrative work, as well as protected time to deal with mental health act related work. It is expected that the post holder will liaise with other agencies, as may be appropriate, especially with regard to continuity of patient care. Person Specification Registration GMC Registered AC Status Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum plus £2,162 London weighting per annum pro rata
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Consultant Psychiatrist HMP Rochester, Cookham Wood, and Maidstone Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist based at Kent Prisons In-Reach Teams. The post holder will provide Consultant leadership for the In-Reach teams at HMP Rochester with 4PAs DCC, HMP Cookham Wood 2PAs DCC and HMP Maidstone 2PAs DCC. The post holder will be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry. In addition, the post holder would be expected to contribute to an aspect of quality assurance. 2 SPAs will be allocated in the job plan for undertaking activities that support the professional role such as teaching, training, clinical management, clinical governance, service development, research, and other relevant activities. Main duties of the job The post includes an interesting and varied range of clinical responsibilities for prisoners with a wide range of clinical conditions, including acute and chronic mental illness, personality disorder and ADHD. The in-reach team holds a caseload and within this caseload, number of patients would be subject to CPA management. Patients are generally seen within the outpatient clinics at each site, although at times patients may need to be seen on the wing in an emergency. All referrals are triaged by the In-Reach Team. At HMP Rochester the psychiatrist completes a segregation round once a week. Whilst there is flexibility in allocation of individual responsibilities, the overarching model is one of integrated working across the mental health multidisciplinary teams. The post holder would be provided with training in Rio and System One, which is used by healthcare in prison within the Trust. About us At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts. Oxleas recruitment and retention strategy includes offering all Consultants and SAS doctors regular formal structured mentoring by professionally trained mentors. "We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it's a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it's a place where our values, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people's lives." Chief Executive Job responsibilities Clinical work HMP Rochester, HMP Cookham Wood and HMP Maidstone Assessing prisoners in outpatient clinics, on the wing and in the segregation unit. Liaising with services outside the prison to arrange CPAs, aftercare plans or transfers to hospital. Any other care which could reasonably be expected of a consultant acting in an in reach capacity in a prison. Quality improvement initiatives, to be agreed with multidisciplinary colleagues and the service managers. The post holder will work closely with the Service Manager and consultant colleagues in the prisons, the Associate Clinical Director and the Clinical Director for the Forensics and Prisons Directorate to develop a model for the use of medical resources that meets service needs appropriately and supports a job plan that is professionally balanced. There is protected time for administrative work, as well as protected time to deal with mental health act related work. It is expected that the post holder will liaise with other agencies, as may be appropriate, especially with regard to continuity of patient care. Person Specification Registration GMC Registered AC Status Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum plus £2,162 London weighting per annum pro rata
A leading mental health trust in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role includes managing a caseload of male patients and providing medical leadership. Candidates must possess full GMC registration and substantial experience in psychiatry. A commitment to professional development and effective teamwork is essential. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care in a diverse community.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
A leading mental health trust in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role includes managing a caseload of male patients and providing medical leadership. Candidates must possess full GMC registration and substantial experience in psychiatry. A commitment to professional development and effective teamwork is essential. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care in a diverse community.
A leading healthcare provider in Grimsby seeks an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to lead a dedicated team, ensuring quality care for individuals with complex needs. The role requires MRCPsych or equivalent, as well as clinical leadership skills. Candidates should have a strong background in managing inpatients with developmental disabilities. Enjoy a competitive salary, car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package that fosters professional growth. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team at an established facility.
Dec 14, 2025
Full time
A leading healthcare provider in Grimsby seeks an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to lead a dedicated team, ensuring quality care for individuals with complex needs. The role requires MRCPsych or equivalent, as well as clinical leadership skills. Candidates should have a strong background in managing inpatients with developmental disabilities. Enjoy a competitive salary, car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package that fosters professional growth. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team at an established facility.
Introduction Do you want to work in a friendly, committed, and established service where your knowledge, experience and skills will be valued? Join Farmfield Hospital as an Associate Specialist to work in our Medium and Low secure Forensic Mental Health Services, where you will provide a comprehensive medical support across acute male general adult service that provides a recovery role for those people suffering from a mental illness. In this role you will provide clinical assessment, review and evaluation of people under the care and treatment of the hospital ensuring that all treatment plans are fully adhered to. You will also take a specific focus on physical health and risk management across the wards working closely with the ward manager, consultant and wider MDT. You will be working alongside a full time Responsible Clinician, as well as the wider MDT of which they form an integral part. There is a regular multi-disciplinary Team meeting daily and weekly so that care and treatment is adequately planned. The team has dedicated administrative support which is based within the hospital as well as a physical health team. Elysium Healthcare brings together a unique approach to the delivery of care where the patient is embedded in the heart of all aspects of hospital life. Your responsibilities will include: Assessment of service users and formulating appropriate management plans within your level of expertise Ensuring an adequate handover to colleagues including out of hours. Ensuring that each patient has a full physical health screen upon admission including physical examination, ECG and bloods Seeking collateral history from other professionals and family. Completing discharge letters and reports as required in a timely manner. Preparing First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearing reports under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist. Depending on your experience, providing oral evidence at First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearings under the supervision of the Consultant. Chairing ward round and CPA meetings in the absence of the Consultant Contributing to the service development by participating in Clinical Governance activities by conducting audits, research and teaching. Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that patients have access to appropriate medical cover at all times. Providing prospective cover to other AS doctors when they are on leave. There is no on call requirement for this role. As an Associate Specialist, you will have: Full GMC registration Experience working in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists To have had an appraisal/RITA within the last year At least 3 years' experience in Psychiatry Experience working as a doctor within similar environment MRCPsych (desirable) Section 12 (2) approval (desirable) AC status (desirable) What you will get: Competitive Salary 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Access to Wagestream, to help you manage your finances Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Medical indemnity cover Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer You will be working for 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 opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Introduction Do you want to work in a friendly, committed, and established service where your knowledge, experience and skills will be valued? Join Farmfield Hospital as an Associate Specialist to work in our Medium and Low secure Forensic Mental Health Services, where you will provide a comprehensive medical support across acute male general adult service that provides a recovery role for those people suffering from a mental illness. In this role you will provide clinical assessment, review and evaluation of people under the care and treatment of the hospital ensuring that all treatment plans are fully adhered to. You will also take a specific focus on physical health and risk management across the wards working closely with the ward manager, consultant and wider MDT. You will be working alongside a full time Responsible Clinician, as well as the wider MDT of which they form an integral part. There is a regular multi-disciplinary Team meeting daily and weekly so that care and treatment is adequately planned. The team has dedicated administrative support which is based within the hospital as well as a physical health team. Elysium Healthcare brings together a unique approach to the delivery of care where the patient is embedded in the heart of all aspects of hospital life. Your responsibilities will include: Assessment of service users and formulating appropriate management plans within your level of expertise Ensuring an adequate handover to colleagues including out of hours. Ensuring that each patient has a full physical health screen upon admission including physical examination, ECG and bloods Seeking collateral history from other professionals and family. Completing discharge letters and reports as required in a timely manner. Preparing First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearing reports under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist. Depending on your experience, providing oral evidence at First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers' hearings under the supervision of the Consultant. Chairing ward round and CPA meetings in the absence of the Consultant Contributing to the service development by participating in Clinical Governance activities by conducting audits, research and teaching. Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that patients have access to appropriate medical cover at all times. Providing prospective cover to other AS doctors when they are on leave. There is no on call requirement for this role. As an Associate Specialist, you will have: Full GMC registration Experience working in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists To have had an appraisal/RITA within the last year At least 3 years' experience in Psychiatry Experience working as a doctor within similar environment MRCPsych (desirable) Section 12 (2) approval (desirable) AC status (desirable) What you will get: Competitive Salary 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Access to Wagestream, to help you manage your finances Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Medical indemnity cover Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer You will be working for 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 opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.