Job Description
Start Date : ASAP
Job Overview
An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join a dynamic mental health team.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient, community, and crisis services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.
Essential Requirements
Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities
Must be available to start ASAP
Valid Right to Work in the UK
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times
Specialties Covered May Include
Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment
Skills & Experience
Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
What We Offer
Flexible working arrangements




Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
Potential for contract extension based on service requirements
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry
Company: Medecho LTD Salary: £60 to £75 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: Cambridge Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 8 Oct **** Closing date: 7 Nov ****
Summary
Job Title
Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry
Location : NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Contract Type : Locum (Full-Time / Part-Time Available)
Start Date : ASAP
Job Overview
An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join a dynamic mental health team.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient, community, and crisis services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.
This is an excellent chance for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.
Essential Requirements
Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
Section 12 Approval (Essential)
Previous NHS Psychiatry experience
Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities




Must be available to start ASAP
Valid Right to Work in the UK
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times
Specialties Covered May Include
General Adult Psychiatry
Older Adult Psychiatry
Liaison Psychiatry
Community Psychiatry
Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment
Inpatient Psychiatry
Rehabilitation Psychiatry
Forensic Psychiatry
Learning Disabilities Psychiatry
Substance Misuse Services
Skills & Experience
Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
What We Offer
Competitive locum rates
Flexible working arrangements
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
Potential for contract extension based on service requirements
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident
Disability Confident is a government scheme.
It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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