Consultant Psychiatrist (Eating Disorders)

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a highly specialised Eating Disorders service, providing clinical leadership to a 12-bed inpatient ward supporting adults with low BMI. Working as the Responsible Clinician, you will lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while overseeing treatment plans, clinical governance and service development within a specialist mental health setting.

Salary: Up to £175,000 per annum DOE + £15,000 Welcome Bonus
Position: Consultant Psychiatrist
Hours: Full Time
Setting:Mixed Eating Disorders
Location: Derbyshire (East Midlands)

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Lead high-quality psychiatric care for adult eating disorder inpatients.
• Act as Responsible Clinician for all patients on the ward.
• Complete patient assessments, diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Conduct ward rounds, reviews and clinical audits.
• Lead risk management and clinical governance initiatives.
• Prepare reports and attend Mental Health Act tribunals.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• Full GMC registration and MBBS (or equivalent).
• CCT/CESR and Specialist Register entry.
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Experience working within eating disorders and adult mental health.
• MRCPsych or an equivalent recognised qualification.

What benefits are on offer?

• Salary up to £175,000 per annum.
• £15,000 Welcome Bonus.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Five days study leave and CPD budget.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Healthcare cash plan and wellbeing benefits.
• Electric car scheme and employee discounts.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, charities, social enterprises and private sector.
• Support from interview through to onboarding and salary negotiations.
• Overseas support for candidates relocating to the UK.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your career aspirations.
• Ongoing support after placement to ensure long-term career satisfaction.