Psychiatry
The fastest growing specialty in the NHS
As the medical specialty dealing with the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental illness as well as emotional and behavioural disorders - it is the fastest growing specialty in the NHS offering competitive salaries, career progression, specialty training and CCT & CESR.
Requirements for an overseas psychiatrist to work in the UK
- IELTS or OET
- MRCPsych (UK) or PLAB
- GMC registration
- EEA applicants will only require GMC registration and IELTS or OET
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What should I know about Psychiatry in the UK?
NHS psychiatrists may see in-patients in a hospital setting, or work within the community. Psychiatrists work across a range of services, such as specialist hospital units, schools, residential care homes, or a combination of settings. However, most work in community mental health teams, out-patient departments and hospital wards.
There are six psychiatry specialties: adult psychiatry, psychiatry of old age, child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, psychiatry of intellectual disability, and psychotherapy. It is possible to sub-specialise in adult psychiatry - in liaison, perinatal, substance misuse or addictions, neuro-psychiatry, eating disorders, rehabilitation and social psychiatry.
What can you expect to do as part of a typical working week in the NHS?
Psychiatrists in the UK often follow a regular Monday-Friday daytime pattern. On call work, especially at associate specialist or consultant level, is generally less onerous than other medical and surgical specialties. The regular work pattern enables an excellent work-life balance.
Hospital work can include ward rounds for acute or long-term patients as well as outpatient clinics. New patients may have appointments lasting an hour, considerably longer than appointments given in other medical specialties. Follow-up appointments may last around 20 or 30 minutes.
Most consultant psychiatrists have around ten hours allocated each week for non-clinical activities including research and audit.
Psychiatrists sometimes see patients on their own in an out-patient clinic. More often, they work as part of a team with colleagues from other professions such as nursing, social work, psychology and occupational therapy.
Did you know? The Mental Health Act (1983) is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder in the UK.
Join a renowned learning disability team at one of the largest healthcare trusts in the UK. As an experienced General Adult or Learning Disability Psychiatrist, you\'ll have the opportunity to provide senior medical expertise to their Community Learning Disability Team. The Learning Disability Team, part of our trust, collaborates closely with local Social Care Teams, Specialist Education Departments, Residential Services, Forensic Services, and Inpatient services to ensure safe and timely care for individuals facing mental health challenges within the context of Intellectual Disability.
You\'ll have the opportunity to provide senior clinical expertise in assessing and treating individuals with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Additionally, you\'ll be part of a vibrant medical community, attending staff meetings and joining a well-established peer group for community consultants in learning disability.
The Trust covers a vast region in Northern England, serving a population of approximately 1.7 million across several towns. They believe in inclusive service delivery and employment, tackling all forms of discrimination. Their diverse range of specialist and generic healthcare services caters to both children and adults, with a focus on supporting a workforce that reflects their local and international community of psychiatrists.
In terms of professional development, they offer stimulating CPD sessions and programs that encompass mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching. You\'ll also have the chance to engage in teaching activities at their state-of-the-art Medical Education Centre, equipped with cutting-edge facilities.
Additionally, living in the area, with its rich heritage, lively nightlife, and distinctive culture, provides an excellent quality of life. The region offers a diverse range of properties, exciting activities, top-notch schools, and fantastic shopping opportunities. The city is surrounded by a beautiful county, which ensures a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. Embrace the outdoors with the picturesque coastline, and various recreational activities. Enjoy the local delicacies and experience the growing gourmet restaurant scene, including their own Chinatown.
Rated outstanding by the CQC and winner of the prestigious HSJ Award for Provider of the Year, this trust offers an exceptional environment to advance your career.
Join them and embark on a fulfilling career while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that our region has to offer. Expand your horizons, enhance your skills, and contribute to the future of medical education.
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE ROLE:
Non-EEA:
- MRCPsych
- Experience in General Adult or Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Specialist certification in General Adult or Learning Disability Psychiatry (desirable)
- Experience in General Adult or Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Experience in General Adult or Learning Disability Psychiatry
An excellent Health Board in Wales is searching for a talented Learning Disability Consultant Psychiatrist to join a team of ten Consultant Learning Disability Psychiatrists who cover different regions within the Health Board. The Learning Disability services are currently undergoing substantial modernisation efforts, aiming to become pioneers in the field. This is an exciting opportunity for the appointed candidate to actively participate in this program.
Collaborating with Community Learning Disability Teams and Assessment and Treatment Units, the Learning Disability Psychiatry department ensures the well-being and overall health of individuals with learning disabilities. Their goal is to provide additional support and innovative approaches to meet unique needs, with a focus on helping individuals stay at home whenever possible. If hospital care is required, they offer dedicated support throughout the hospital stay to ensure a safe and smooth transition back home.
As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to provide supervision and play an active role in the education and training of medical, nursing, and other staff. The Health Board values its university status and maintains strong educational partnerships, providing access to valuable learning opportunities, exam preparation support, and skill development in areas of special interest.
The Health Board is one of the largest healthcare organisations in the UK, serving a population of over 900,000 individuals. With a budget of approximately £1 billion and a dedicated workforce of around 12,500 professionals, The Health Board is committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of its patients.
The area is the second largest city in Wales, offers a captivating waterfront setting and a blend of urban convenience and serene coastline beauty. The city hosts a variety of festivals and live music venues, creating a vibrant cultural scene. The area enjoys excellent connectivity, with easy access to Port Talbot and Cardiff via the M4. Efficient transportation routes and a railway station provide convenient travel options, and Cardiff Airport is within reach for domestic and international flights.
As part of this health board, you will receive support for achieving CESR and Specialist Registration, making it an ideal position for overseas Consultants seeking CESR support and excellent career development in the beautiful region of Wales.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Board Certified Specialist in Learning Disability Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
An outstanding NHS Job opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Perinatal Psychiatrist to join a county-wide Perinatal Psychiatry Service. There is a high level of support within the team, as well as an opportunity to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders across services. The department is part of an NHS Trust that is rated \"outstanding\" overall by the CQC.
Established and launched in April 2019, the department became a county-wide service that is led by 2.0 WTE consultant psychiatrists, along with their operational lead. The team receives, on average, 20-25 referrals a week, with the most common source of referrals being from midwives. Self-referrals to the service are also accepted. Referrals are screened and triaged on a daily basis.
The post holder is expected to:
- Provide assessment, treatment and management of moderate – severe perinatal mental health disorders and high risk service users who have a GP during the perinatal period (antenatally and currently up to 12 months postnatally, but will expand to supporting up to 24 months postnatally).
- Deliver joint obstetric and psychiatric antenatal clinics, and it is expected that this offer will extend to the main hospital.
- Provide preconception advice to women with complex mental health needs
- Provide outreach for Luton and Bedfordshire mothers on leave from the Mother and Baby Units and facilitate early discharge from the wards, and provide ongoing support.
In addition to a working for a great department, the town you\'ll be in is a perfect place to relocate, offering an exceptional blend of desirable characteristics. With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, diverse community, excellent educational institutions, and a wide range of leisure options, the area provides an ideal setting for individuals and families seeking a welcoming and fulfilling new home. Its convenient transport links and thriving economy further enhance the appeal, making it a truly perfect choice for relocation!
This is a great opportunity for overseas Consultants who wants to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
Non-EEA:
- MRCPsych
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
- Specialist certification in Psychiatry (desirable)
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
An outstanding NHS Job opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Perinatal Psychiatrist to join a county-wide Perinatal Psychiatry Service. There is a high level of support within the team and the department is part of an NHS Trust that has an excellent record in training and development for specialty doctors with specific training days and development opportunities.
Established and launched in April 2019, the department became a county-wide service that is led by 2.0 WTE consultant psychiatrists, along with their operational lead. The team receives, on average, 20-25 referrals a week, with the most common source of referrals being from midwives. Self-referrals to the service are also accepted. Referrals are screened and triaged on a daily basis.
The post holder is expected to:
- Liaise with GPs, antenatal services, midwives and health visitors to support women being managed in primary care to prevent deterioration.
- Work in partnership with other mental health teams providing support to women with perinatal mental health disorders.
- Deliver specialist training for other mental health teams, midwives, GPs, health visitors and others who work with women with perinatal mental health problems.
In addition to a working for a great department, the town you\'ll be in is a perfect place to relocate, offering an exceptional blend of desirable characteristics. With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, diverse community, excellent educational institutions, and a wide range of leisure options, the area provides an ideal setting for individuals and families seeking a welcoming and fulfilling new home. Its convenient transport links and thriving economy further enhance the appeal, making it a truly perfect choice for relocation!
The Trust has always been recognised as a centre of excellence for mental & health care. They are rated \"Good\" overall with some areas of \"Outstanding\" by the CQC. This is truly an exciting time for you to come and work for them!
This is a great opportunity for overseas Specialty Doctors who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
Non-EEA:
- MRCPsych
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
- Specialist certification in Psychiatry (desirable)
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
- Experience in Perinatal Psychiatry
Work in London as a Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry
Job Title: Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry
Salary: £88,364 - £119,133
Location: West London
Experience: Old Age Psychiatry Consultant Experience (or equivalent senior experience)
Qualifications: Specialist qualification + MRCPsych preferred
GMC: Registered or pending approval
This is a great opportunity for overseas Specialist Psychiatrists with Old Age Psychiatry expertise to begin their NHS career, or for NHS based Consultants or Specialist Grade doctors to work in London.
Apply online or email back with your latest CV.
HIGHLY RATED OLD AGE DEPARTMENT IN LONDON
The department is part of an NHS Trust, which was awarded the Community-Based Mental Health Services for Older People a “Good” rating. The NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health, physical healthcare and community services commissioned locally and nationally. In London the trust provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs. It employs over 3800 staff providing care and treatment for more than 800,000 people.
The Older Persons Mental Health Service encompasses a specialist service for patients with complex, severe and enduring functional mental illness over age 70, as well as the Cognitive Impairment and Dementia Service which offers an ageless assessment and management services for people with cognitive impairment and primary dementias, including both diagnosis and management of BPSD. Where patients with a severe and enduring mental illness develop a dementia, they will be jointly managed to offer a holistic care and management plan. The service also provides support to patients in residential or nursing care. They work closely with other specialist and intermediate care services to provide as seamless a service as possible for their patient’s health and care needs. The service will have an overall caseload of approximately 110 patients. The referral rate is approximately 3 cases per week and the post holder will be involved with the diagnosis, ongoing management and crisis support of the patients.
The post holder will take a leading role in developing the service, supervising junior colleagues and providing lead medical input to a multi- disciplinary team and be required to enter information on the Trust\'s electronic patient record system according to Trust policies. The post holder is expected to work within the multidisciplinary team promoting respect for all professional groups and focusing on coherent and integrated team work.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE AREA?
London is one of the most famous cities in the world and offers unparalleled entertainment and cultural opportunties. Life in the area is diverse and vibrant, offering a unique blend of culture, history, and modern amenities. It has a mix of housing options, including Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, modern apartments, and some larger detached homes. The area has outstanding transport connections, making it accessible for those wanting to live centrally, on the outskirts of London, or even in the nearby countryside.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CESR
This post is suitable for experienced overseas Old Age Psychiatry Consultants or UK based Specialists working towards CESR and specialist registration in the UK.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Old Age Psychiatry (essential)
Non-EEA Candidates:
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MRCPsych or PLAB (essential)
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Experience of working for Old Age Psychiatry (essential)
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Old Age Psychiatry (essential)
Apply online here or email back with your latest CV to arrange a call.
An excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Middle Grade Doctor in Learning Disability Psychiatry to join dynamic and forward Mental Health Service in Wales. The department is committed to the continued development of a medical workforce which delivers integrated evidence based services and actively engages in continued service improvement to drive and deliver safe and high standard services. The Mental Health Service has an excellent track record, and has won national prizes from the Royal College of Psychiatry award for its dedication to improve adult mental health services.
This is a great opportunity for overseas Middle Grade Doctors who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and begin their NHS career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE HEALTH BOARD LIKE?
The University Health Board provides healthcare services to a population across West Wales. The Health Board provides Acute, Primary, Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities services via General and Community Hospitals, Health Centres, GP\'s, Dentists, Pharmacists and Optometrists and other sites. Integrated health boards are a key first step in creating a world class NHS in Wales. The Health Board has 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales.
The University Health Board have always aimed to provide safe and timely care for their patients. The Health Board continuously make improvements in order to be better. The Health Board partners with the local government and the third sector to improve local care services and ensure that the right care is provided in the right place, at the right time.
The Health Board shape the identity of their organisation and act as a guiding light for their employees. They aim to be an enjoyable and fulfilling place to work at.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Department provides specialist healthcare to adults who have a diagnosed learning disability. The team is committed to providing evidence-based, safe, and effective care that is centred on each person\'s individual needs and delivers clear outcomes. The service they provide include specialist assessment and support for people with complex and challenging needs, enabling people to access a range of services to keep them healthy, and a range of initiatives to reduce and overcome the health inequalities that can be experienced by people with learning disabilities.
The team works closely with a range of partners, including social care, GPs, voluntary sector, and user-led organisation. They also work with other health professional across the health board to ensure services are accessible for people with a learning disability and that we provide whole person care. The department consists of learning disability nurses, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, speech and language therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, behaviour practitioners and social workers.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The University Health Board is in an area wherein there are excellent choice of schools and very reasonable property prices while having a picturesque countryside view. Two national parks on your doorstep, the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and some of the longest and most beautiful beaches in the UK. West Wales provides wonderful lifestyle opportunities.
There are other activities such as climbing and mountain biking, as well as walking, surfing, fishing, sailing and hiking. There are also excellent road and rail connections to Cardiff, London and the larger cities. Wales has a low crime rate and is a safe and friendly place to live and work.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
The Health Board has University status with strong links to other Universities to develop and strengthen multi-profession teaching. This initiative programme aims to engage and capture the enthusiasm and commitment of their up and coming clinicians in Wales in addressing Prudent Health Cares.
They have an 8-room Clinical Research Facility with state of the art facilities that opened in 2012 and new initiatives involve BioBanking, EU Lead for telemonitoring at scale and new Clinical Research Fellowships.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Board Certified Specialist in Learning Disability Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry
- Full MRCPsych UK
- Eligibility for GMC registration
- OET or IELTS (candidates who have booked their test and have good levels of English will be considered)
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Learning Disability Psychiatry