Senior Community Mental Health Specialist

6 days ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Opportunity

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is a leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disabilities services. We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our General Adult Community team in St Albans.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated consultant psychiatrist to provide comprehensive assessments, develop biopsychosocial care plans, and deliver evidence-based treatment and advice. The successful candidate will work closely with social care and other agencies to provide a recovery-focused service.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • To manage, appraise, and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed by consultant colleagues and the medical director.
  • To ensure that junior medical staff working with the post holder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant.
  • To undertake administrative duties associated with patient care.
  • To record clinical activity accurately and submit this promptly to the Information Department.
  • To participate in service and business planning activities for the locality and the whole mental health service.

About Us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust provides integrated health and social care services through community and inpatient settings. With a workforce of around 3,500 people, we aim to be the leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disabilities services in the UK. Our CQC rating of Outstanding in 2019 highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Person Specification

  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
  • Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
  • CCT in Psychiatry or inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this role is £120,000-£150,000 per annum, depending on experience. As a valued member of our team, you will receive a range of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.



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