Consultant Psychiatry - London
Locum Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare
Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Mental Health
Location: London
Rate: £90 - £110 per hour
Contract Type: Locum (long-term)
Start Date: ASAP
Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms
Are you a dedicated Consultant in Adult Psychiatry looking for the flexibility and variety that locum work offers? At Medacs Healthcare , we're proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We're currently recruiting for locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Adult Mental Health with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.
Whether you're seeking a short-term placement or a longer-term assignment, we'll help you find the right fit.
Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:
- Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to psychiatry locum roles across the UK.
- Shifts That Works for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
- NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
- Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
- Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
- Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
- GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
- Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
- 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.
About the Role
As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities may include:
- Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
- Leading treatment planning and clinical decision-making
- Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
- Liaising with community services and external partners
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
- A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
- Experience in adult mental health settings
- UK Right to Work
- A flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach
Desirable:
- CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)
Locations Available
We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:
- Greater London
- Midlands
- North West & North East England
- South East & South West England
- Scotland
- Wales
Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.
Apply Today
Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.
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