At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a multidisciplinary team and provide clinical care for patients in a supportive environment.
- Company: Priory Hospital Bristol, a leading mental health service provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and extensive professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with excellent support and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in psychiatry.
- Qualifications: MRCPsych or equivalent, with at least 3 years of consultant experience.
The predicted salary is between 176000 - 176000 £ per year.
Priory Hospital Bristol is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Psychiatrist/Medical Director to join our team in a dual role on our Female Acute Ward. This is a full‑time position (5 days per week), with flexibility to work one day remotely (Tuesday or Wednesday). A competitive stipend is offered in recognition of the Medical Director responsibilities.
Department: Medical and Psychiatry
Location: Priory Hospital Bristol
Compensation: £176,000 / year
What you'll be doing:
- Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
- Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
- Supervising the process of referral and admission including contributing to preadmission assessments of young people with other team members.
- Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.
- Contributing to management meetings and clinical governance meetings for the services provided at the hospital, and contributing to the development of service strategy.
What you'll bring to the role:
- Essential MRCPsych (or equivalent) CCT (or equivalent) and inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register
- Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Consultant level
- Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary teams
- Desirable Experience on a Female Acute Ward
What we will give you in return:
- We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations.
- We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on‑site parking
- Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
Consultant Psychiatrist/Medical Director Female Acute ward employer: Priory
At Priory Hospital Kneesworth House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where your contributions to patient recovery are valued. With a focus on professional development, we provide numerous pathways for career advancement, alongside competitive benefits such as enhanced maternity pay and flexible working options. Located in the picturesque Hertfordshire, our purpose-built facility ensures you have access to a fulfilling career in a tranquil setting, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in the field of Psychiatry.
