Old Adult Psychiatry Consultant

Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age Mental Health

Location: Clockview , Liverpool
Rate: £100.00 - £110.00 per hour (PAYE)
Contract Type: Locum (Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm with 30-minute unpaid break)
Start Date: ASAP - Initial 3-month contract

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms

Are you a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist seeking flexibility, variety, and meaningful impact? Medacs Healthcare is proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We are currently recruiting for Locum Consultant Psychiatrists in Adult Mental Health , with opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Whether you're looking for a short-term placement or a longer-term assignment, we'll help you find the right fit.

Why Choose Medacs Healthcare?

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer:

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Exclusive early access to psychiatry roles across the UK
• Flexible Assignments - Long-term or short-term roles to suit your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - One-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Expert compliance team to get you working quickly
• Free Wellbeing Support - Including CPD-accredited webinars by The Joyful Doctor
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - Full support as a Designated Body
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Generous bonuses for successful referrals
• 24/7/365 Support - We're here whenever you need us

Role Overview

As a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you will work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care to adults with complex mental health needs. Responsibilities 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

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise
• Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
• Current DBS or PVG check (or willingness to undergo one)
• Experience in adult mental health settings
• UK Right to Work
• Flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach

Desirable:

• CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

We're recruiting UK-wide, 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.

Contact: Andrea Stead - 01756 702207
📧 Email: andrea.stead @medacs.com