Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Warrington

  • Doist
  • Blackburn, Lancashire
  • Jul 23, 2026
Full time Executive

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to work full time hours for an NHS client based in Warrington, Lancashire. The vacancy is available on a locum basis for a short term contract, with immediate start.

Responsibilities
  • Provide high quality patient care in the General Adult Psychiatry Ward
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Maintain Section 12 and Approved Clinician approval, and comply with all legal obligations under the Mental Health Act and Ministry of Justice
  • Assess patients under the MHA, make recommendations, and act as Responsible Clinician (RC)
Qualifications and Experience
  • Full GMC license to practice
  • Section 12 Approved Clinician status
  • Previous experience in a similar role
Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. We will provide appropriate support throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.