Overview
Join Priory Hospital Southampton as a Consultant Psychiatrist on the Sandpiper Ward. You will provide consultant-level care for up to 18 inpatients, lead MDT meetings, and develop tailored treatment plans. You will supervise the Specialty Doctor and collaborate with NHS partners to drive governance and service improvement. This role combines clinical leadership with discharge planning and risk management to support recovery-focused inpatient care. The position offers a strong NHS-linked environment, with opportunities for part-time or job-share arrangements and a competitive salary.
Pay / Benefits
- Salary of 170,000 per year
- Full-time or part-time arrangements considered
- DBS check cost covered by Priory
- Equal opportunities employer and accessible recruitment
- Opportunity to work in a settled, reputable NHS-linked service
- Support for relocation if needed
Responsibilities
- Provide consultant psychiatric care for up to 18 inpatients, including comprehensive assessments, ward rounds and patient-centered treatment.
- Offer clinical leadership for the ward, chair MDT meetings, support decision-making and ensure safe, recovery-focused care.
- Supervise and support the Specialty Doctor, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for clinical excellence and professional development.
- Contribute to service development through clinical governance, audits, senior management meetings and improvement initiatives; build relationships with NHS partners and commissioners.
- Support patient flow via regular clinical reviews, risk management and discharge planning.
Key requirements
- Current GMC Registration
- Specialist Registration in a Psychiatric Specialty
- Approved Clinician status, or eligibility to apply for Approved Clinician status
- Experience in UK acute inpatient psychiatry within NHS and/or independent sector
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team; relocate if needed
- Leadership
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Strong communication with stakeholders
- Acute inpatient psychiatry
- MDT leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical governance and audits
Consultant Psychiatrist in Marchwood employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
