Consultant Psychiatrist

Job Summary Consultant Psychiatrist at Gateway Recovery Centre in Widnes offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team providing specialist inpatient, rehabilitation, and low secure mental health services. With a competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits, this part‑time position allows you to make a real difference in the lives of those in your care. Job Details Date posted: 01 December 2025 Pay scheme: Other Salary: £80,000 to £85,000 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 1435019358 Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Widnes, WA8 0GT Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include: Providing RC and consultant psychiatrist input to inpatients. 0.5 WTE will carry a caseload of 8‑12 patients depending on the nature of the service. Participation in a low frequency second‑on‑call rota for the region. Assessing new referrals to ensure that the service meets the needs of those who are admitted. Providing leadership to the clinical team and contributing to clinical governance and service development. Maintaining good relationships with external agencies such as community teams and commissioning bodies. Contributing to the training and education of staff. Qualifications & Requirements To hold MRCPsych or equivalent. CCT in general adult psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, psychiatry of learning disabilities, or medical psychotherapy is preferred; experienced candidates not on the specialist register but with AC status will also be considered. Full GMC registration and an appraisal within the last 12 months. Section 12(2) approval and AC status. Experience working within an MDT providing care for patients with complex needs. Innovative, motivated and passionate with a good team ethos. What You Will Get Competitive Salary £5,000 car allowance 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off Up to 5 days study leave per year Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work‑life balance 24‑hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Access to Wagestream to help you manage your finances Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Medical indemnity cover Life assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced maternity package to allow you to truly enjoy this special time About Your Next Employer Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities and autism services, with a network of over 90 services across England and Wales. As part of the global Ramsay Health Care group, Elysium offers a stable and agile environment for healthcare professionals to grow and develop their careers. 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 that 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer Details Name: Elysium Healthcare Address: Elysium Healthcare, Widnes, WA8 0GT Website: https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr