Job Description

Start Date : ASAP

Job Overview n

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.

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This is an excellent prospect for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.

Essential Requirements n

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- Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
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- Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
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- Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities
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- Must be available to start ASAP
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- Valid Right to Work in the UK
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Key Responsibilities nn
- Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
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- Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
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- Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
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- Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
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- Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
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- Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
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- Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times
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Specialties Covered May Include nn
- Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment
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Skills & Experience nn
- Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
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- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
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- Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
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- Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
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- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
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What We Offer nn
- Flexible working arrangements
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- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
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- Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
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- Potential for contract extension based on service requirements
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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry n

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 2026 Closing date: 7 Nov 2026

Summary n

Job Title

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Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

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Location : NHS Trust, United Kingdom

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Contract Type : Locum (Full-Time / Part-Time Available)

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Start Date : ASAP

Job Overview n

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.

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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 n

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- Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
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- Section 12 Approval (Essential)
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- Previous NHS Psychiatry experience
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- Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills
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- Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities
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- Must be available to start ASAP
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- Valid Right to Work in the UK
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Key Responsibilities nn
- Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans
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- Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions
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- Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings
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- Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate
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- Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals
n
- Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards
n
- Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times
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Specialties Covered May Include nn
- General Adult Psychiatry
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- Older Adult Psychiatry
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- Liaison Psychiatry
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- Community Psychiatry
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- Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment
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- Inpatient Psychiatry
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- Rehabilitation Psychiatry
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- Forensic Psychiatry
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- Learning Disabilities Psychiatry
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- Substance Misuse Services
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Skills & Experience nn
- Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions
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- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
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- Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation
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- Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills
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- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
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What We Offer nn
- Competitive locum rates
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- Flexible working arrangements
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- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team
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- Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK
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- Potential for contract extension based on service requirements
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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident n

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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