Forensic Psychiatrist Position

3 weeks ago


Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time
Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist at the Edenfield Centre, a leading provider of secure mental health services in Greater Manchester.

Main Duties

As a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality clinical care to patients in our male medium secure and women's blended services. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans, and contribute to the development of our new model of care.

You will be supported by a full and expanding complement of colleagues, including medical secretaries, junior doctors, clinical psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. You will also have access to a visiting GP, dentist, and physical health team to support our service users' physical health.

About Us

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of mental health services in the North West of England. We employ over 7,000 members of staff and deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, as well as specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

We are committed to providing high-quality care and services to our patients, and we are looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about delivering excellent care and making a difference in the lives of our patients, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

We are looking for a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist who has:

  • Full GMC registration and a license to practice
  • AC/Section 12 approval at the time of commencing post or within three months of doing so
  • Entry on the Specialist Register of the GMC or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
  • Experience in multi-disciplinary team working

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career progression. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please see the attached full Job Description and Person Specification for more details.



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