Consultant Psychiatrist

3 weeks ago


London and South East, United Kingdom Cygnet Full time
Position Overview

Are you a skilled Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor seeking a rewarding opportunity in the field of psychiatry? At Cygnet, we offer a competitive salary and a pathway to advance your career to Consultant level through our esteemed CESR programme.

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Specialty Doctor to play a pivotal role in enhancing services at Cygnet Hospital Churchill. You will receive comprehensive support from a Consultant Psychiatrist and a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

This is a full-time role, operating Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, with on-call responsibilities including 1:5 weekday on-calls and 1:7 weekend on-calls.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality treatment under the guidance of a Consultant Psychiatrist.
  • Conduct assessments and mental state examinations for service users.
  • Engage in weekly ward rounds and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
  • Attend Care Programme Approach meetings and mental health review tribunals.
  • Provide up-to-date clinical information during all meetings.
  • Ensure the implementation of medical decisions as planned.
  • Audit medical services to ensure compliance with GMC and other professional standards.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures, contributing to service governance and development.
  • Participate in the on-call rota.
Why Choose Cygnet?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • A competitive salary of up to £90,000, depending on experience.
  • Generous study leave for CPD opportunities and conferences.
  • Monthly CPD grand rounds for educational meetings and networking with psychiatrists.
  • 30 days of annual leave, in addition to 8 public holidays.
  • 5 days of study leave, along with a study budget and in-house CPD/peer group programme.
  • Company-paid Life Assurance covering 3x salary.
  • A contributory pension scheme.
  • Research opportunities, including publishing in The Cygnet Journal.
  • Opportunities to lead and engage in Quality Improvement and Audit initiatives.
  • Company-funded cash plan for health-related benefits.
  • Discounts on gym memberships and access to online fitness classes.
  • Various discount schemes for shopping and leisure activities.
  • Free meals and onsite parking.
  • Access to a Smart Health Toolkit, including a 24-hour GP service.

At Cygnet, we are committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and quality care.



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