Job description
IntroductionDo you want to work in a brand-new acute Mental Health service, where you will be an integral part of shaping the care pathways and building the culture alongside the senior leadership team?If you are a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience working with people in inpatient settings, including those treated under the Mental Health Act, and are interested in providing treatment for women and men who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental disorders, then join the new team at Dunnock View.As the Consultant Psychiatrist, you will assume Responsible Clinician (RC) duties for Dunnock View, supported by non-consultant grade doctors and the Lead Consultant Psychiatrist. You will play an active role in supporting clinical governance processes and contribute to the successful development of the service.Your responsibilities will include:Ensure that people admitted are assessed, treated, and discharged safelyMedication managementQuality assurance, complaints, and co-productionDelivery of NICE guidanceLead and manage the CPA and ICR process to ensure full compliance with quality standardsYou will also be required to participate in the On Call Consultant rota.To be successful in this role, you'll need to:Be medically qualified, MRC Psych or equivalentBe innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate corporate decisionsHave an essential understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental healthPossess substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, and experience with purchaser/provider contractual issuesHave previous Consultant experienceWhat you will get:Competitive annual salary£8,400 car allowance30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contributionLife Assurance for added peace of mindEnhanced Maternity Package to enjoy this special timeFree meals while on dutyEmployee Assistance ServicesCareer development and training to help you achieve your career goalsWellbeing support and activities to help maintain a great work-life balanceVoluntary benefitsMedical indemnity coverThere are also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers.About your next employerYou will be working for an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to care delivery. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education, there are opportunities for growth and advancement.Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network spanning 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people worldwide.Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. All staff are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Clacton-on-Sea
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 31-03-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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