Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disabilities

Overview

In this role you will provide expert psychiatric care within the Learning Disability Team, contributing to clinical excellence as part of a multidisciplinary group. You will lead and collaborate across locations within the Trust, driving innovative approaches to patient care. The role supports ongoing clinical research and teaching, aligning with the Trust’s national leadership in physical treatments for mental health. You will work in a dynamic environment that values collaboration, evidence, and service development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality psychiatric assessment and care within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate leadership and collaboration across Trust locations
• Support research initiatives and teaching activities
• Act as Responsible Clinician under relevant mandates
• Travel to multiple Trust sites as required

Key requirements

• MRCPsych or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Specialist Register/CCT in LD
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act and able to act as Responsible Clinician
• Minimum six years postgraduate experience (including three years as SpR in approved training post)
• Willingness to travel across Trust locations

• collaboration
• leadership
• excellent communication (written and verbal)
• clinical assessment and management of learning disability
• multidisciplinary team leadership
• communication with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels

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