Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry

1 week ago

Beverly Yorkshire, United Kingdom Pulse Healthcare Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Job Title: Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry
Grade: Consultant
Location: Beverley, East Yorkshire
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Rate: Competitive — details to be discussed upon application

We are seeking a highly skilled and committed Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to join our NHS client in Beverley, Yorkshire. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work within a secure and supportive environment, providing expert psychiatric care to individuals within the criminal justice system and those with complex mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical leadership and psychiatric care within a forensic inpatient setting.
  • Act as an Approved Clinician and hold Section 12 approval under the Mental Health Act.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and treatment planning for patients with complex forensic and mental health needs.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, legal professionals, and external agencies to ensure safe and effective care pathways.
  • Contribute to Mental Health Review Tribunals, court reports, and legal proceedings as required.
  • Supervise junior doctors and contribute to their training and development.
  • Participate in clinical governance, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • Inclusion on the Specialist Register for Forensic Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT)
  • MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
  • Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status under the Mental Health Act
  • Extensive experience in forensic psychiatry and secure mental health services
  • Strong leadership, risk management, and communication skills

How to Apply

If your experience aligns with this role, apply today Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss your application in detail.

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