Consultant Psychiatrist - Part TimeNHS

Job summary

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience working with people in inpatient settings who are being treated under the Mental Health Act provisions? Are you interested / experienced in providing treatment for men with rehabilitation needs and are affected by mental disorders? If so, then join the team at Braeburn House! As a part time Consultant Psychiatrist working 15 hours/week, you will join the multidisciplinary team providing clinical leadership at Braeburn House, alongside another consultant psychiatrist and supported by a full time Specialty Doctor. The service has 28 beds across two wards providing treatment for men with mental disorders within a Level 2 Rehabilitation site. You will act as a Consultant / Responsible Clinician for patients in this setting. You will have CCT in General Adult or Forensic psychiatry and experience of working with and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Main duties of the job

Join Elysium Healthcare as a part-time Consultant Psychiatrist at Braeburn House in Salford. Working 15 hours a week, you will provide clinical leadership and care for men with rehabilitation needs under the Mental Health Act. Your responsibilities include acting as a Consultant/Responsible Clinician, taking clinical responsibility for service users, providing psychiatric perspectives to the team, and participating in management and clinical governance meetings. You will also contribute to in-house training and maintain CPD and re-validation requirements. To be successful, you must be medically qualified with MRC Psych or equivalent and have substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, and contemporary mental health issues. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance, annual leave, pension plan, and career development opportunities.

Job description

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience working with people in inpatient settings who are being treated under the Mental Health Act provisions? Are you interested / experienced in providing treatment for men with rehabilitation needs and are affected by mental disorders? If so, then join the team at Braeburn House!

As a part time Consultant Psychiatrist working 15 hours/week, you will join the multidisciplinary team providing clinical leadership at Braeburn House, alongside another consultant psychiatrist and supported by a full time Specialty Doctor.

The service has 28 beds across two wards providing treatment for men with mental disorders within a Level 2 Rehabilitation site.

You will act as a Consultant / Responsible Clinician for patients in this setting. You will have CCT in General Adult or Forensic psychiatry and experience of working with and leading multidisciplinary teams.  You will be part of an environment that specialises in providing rehabilitation utilising positive behavioural support principles and empowering service users in their recovery.

Braeburn House is conveniently situated in Salford with access to a wealth of community amenities, including parks, cafes, restaurants, a leisure centre, a local library and an array of shops.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking clinical responsibility for service users, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
• Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to service users detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of service users.
• Contributing to management meetings and clinical governance meetings for the service provided at the hospital and contributing to the development of service strategy.
• Contributing to in-house training programmes within the service and offering supervision to other members of the multi-disciplinary team, particularly junior medical staff.
• Maintaining CPD and re-validation requirements, as determined by the Royal College of Psychiatrists or other relevant statutory bodies.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be medically qualified, MRC Psych or equivalent
• Be innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate corporate decisions
• Have essential understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health
• Have substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, knowledge of and experience in purchaser/provider contractual issues
• Have previous Consultant experience

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Competitive annual salary
• £5000 car allowance (Pro rata)
• 30 days annual leave (Pro rata) plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
• A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Voluntary benefits
• Medical indemnity cover
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Free Meals and onsite parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has 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.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees, offering specialized care across 90 services in England and Wales. As part of Ramsay Health Care, one of the largest global healthcare networks, Elysium provides innovative mental health, neurological, learning disability, and autism care. With a focus on employee wellbeing and career growth, Elysium Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including access to the Ely-Vate Rewards & Benefits platform. Elysium is committed to inclusive recruitment, staff development, and safeguarding the welfare of service users, ensuring a supportive and dynamic work environment.