A leading private hospital group in Bristol is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join their Male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) ward on a part-time basis. The hospital offers a range of specialist services across 77 beds, including Eating Disorders, Acute Mental Health, Adult PICU, Acquired Brain Injury, Huntington’s, and Dementia. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with complex needs and taking a lead role in their care and recovery. Key Responsibilities Take clinical responsibility for patients on the Male PICU ward, including leading ward rounds, risk reviews, and care planning. Act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983). Supervise referrals, admissions, and pre-admission assessments. Provide psychiatric expertise to the multidisciplinary team in assessment, formulation, and treatment of adults. Contribute to the development of a therapeutic environment that promotes wellbeing, dignity, and recovery. Requirements GMC registration and inclusion on the Specialist Register. Experience in adult psychiatry and PICU settings. Strong teamwork and leadership skills. Ability to work in a high-pressure, rewarding environment. Benefits Flexible, part-time hours (30 per week). Free on-site parking and supplemented meals. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Birthday leave as an additional day. Enhanced maternity pay and contributory pension scheme. Flexible benefits including gym membership, IT equipment, and healthcare cash plan. Access to training, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Support for professional qualifications and CPD.
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Consultant Psychiatrist Join a brand-new acute Mental Health service where you will play a central role in shaping care pathways and building the culture alongside the senior leadership team. This role is ideal for a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in inpatient settings, including working with patients under the Mental Health Act, and with an interest in supporting trauma-affected patients. Key Responsibilities Assume Responsible Clinician (RC) duties for Dunnock View, supported by non-consultant grade doctors and the Lead Consultant Psychiatrist Ensure patients admitted are assessed, treated, and discharged safely Oversee medication management Support clinical governance, including quality assurance, complaints management, and co-production Deliver care in line with NICE guidance Lead and manage CPA and ICR processes to ensure compliance with quality standards Participate in th
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