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.
• 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




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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 **** Apply for this job
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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 energetic 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
• 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
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