Consultant Psychiatrist - DS Associates : Job Details

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services, for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the established team within an independent mental health hospital in York.

The hospital is 112 bedded, medium secure hospital in the beautiful City of York and they exclusively treat NHS patients and work closely with their NHS colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for patients. They work in partnership with the Humber and North Yorkshire Provider Collaborate as part of the local Integrated Care Board.

The hospital team pride themselves on valuing the contributions of every team member and in working in partnership with their patients. The genuine team spirit and support for one another makes it a fantastic place to work. Consultant colleagues at the hospital have a collective experience of working there of about 45 years, and has been traditionally a place of longer stay and positive well-being experience.

They offer a wide range of specialist services including; mental illness, neurodevelopmental disorder, learning disability and female medium secure services. Treatment is facilitated by a well-resourced, multi-disciplinary group of clinicians. Their psychology, occupational, social work and physical wellness provision provides a wide range of opportunities for their patients.

The LD and A services of Stockton Hall were accredited by the prestigious National Autistic society in November 2023; demonstrating our commitment to be the best in class.

You will be part of a newly refurbished building on a brand new ward, purpose built for female secure patients. The caseload is for 12 women and you will have the full support of the non-medical prescribers and Residential doctors providing input and admin team to assist you in managing these patients.

What you need

We are seeking a full time Consultant Psychiatrist for our medium secure women’s service, with 12 women.

• You will fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patients.
• You must hold a CCT, or equivalent, in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry.
• Meet regulatory requirements, such as GMC registration and revalidation.
• Have experience working with women in a secure service
• The role will include participation in our on call rota (none residential).

What they offer you

• Salary of £180,000
• Flexible Working considered (depending on caseload; Consultants carry a full time equivalent case load of 12 - 16 patients)
• Non-residential on call responsibilities (1:7)
• Free Parking

They also have good support for CPD, PDP groups well set up and an effective and efficient appraisal process along with a mentorship programme for medical staff new to the private sector. Due to the large size of the company there are some excellent career progression opportunities and each specialisation has a network supporting it which the doctor can become an active part of.

• Peer group of Doctors that are supportive.
• Generous study leave (including funding).
• You will have your own office and ample administrative support.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Career development opportunities at the hospital, QI, teaching and CPD development and management apart from connectedness to opportunities within the Priory Group.
• As the lead clinician for the women’s service you will represent the service within the national women’s service developmental network that’s been re-established by service line Clinical Director
• Our independent Employee Assistant Program can offer confidential emotional and practical support and advice to colleagues, 24/7
• Priory benefit package (including private health insurance).
• There are a range of benefits that improve with as time in the company increases.
• Indemnity is also covered.
• Company pension scheme.

For further information please contact Maxine or alternatively forward your CV for consideration