Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist (Part Time)

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist (Part Time)

We are seeking an experienced part‑time consultant psychiatrist to provide senior medical cover at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone, Saltwood Ward – a 17‑bed low secure service for men with enduring mental illness including personality disorder.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Responsible Clinician for all ward inpatients, providing overall medical leadership and oversight.
• Lead the provision of high‑quality care and ensure adherence to GMC standards and relevant professional guidelines.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Assess referrals and conduct mental‑state examinations of service users.
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnoses and treatment, including advanced forensic psychiatric assessment.
• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews and clinical audits.
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management and embed clinical governance within the service.
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managerial hearings, and attend hearings as required.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for patient transfers and leave approvals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regular communication with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager.
• Contribute to academic meetings and uphold professional standards for CPD as set by the GMC, Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Participate in the telephone on‑call rota.

Qualifications and Experience

• Fully GMC registered with an MBBS (or equivalent).
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC status.
• Experienced and knowledgeable in forensic psychiatry and mental‑health diagnosis.
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity.
• First‑rate communicator capable of interviewing, assessing, treating patients and producing clear, comprehensive medical notes.
• Committed to continued professional development and capable of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent.

Benefits

• Salary up to £96,000 per year (£160,000 per year FTE).
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service.
• 5 days study leave and a study budget, with in‑house CPD/peer group programme.
• Company‑paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3× salary.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Research and teaching opportunities, including publishing, medical student teaching and participation in the Cygnet CESR and MRCPsych programmes.
• Company‑funded cash plan and benefits worth up to £1,000 per annum (free physiotherapy, osteopathy, optical, dental, scans, free prescriptions).
• Gym discounts, free on‑site parking, EAP support and a smart health toolkit.
• Electric car scheme and discounted transport options.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required, with employment conditional upon successful clearance.

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