Job Description

Job Title:

Consultant Psychiatrist

Location:

Exeter, Devon (Pinhoe View)

Employment Type:

Full-Time | 37.5 hours/week (In-person)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Compensation:

Competitive (Based on experience)

Car Allowance:

8,400 p.a.

Relocation Package:

Available (UK/Ireland)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced and driven

Consultant Psychiatrist

to join a leading mental health inpatient service in

Exeter, Devon

. You'll be part of a team dedicated to supporting

men and women with enduring mental health conditions

, including working with another full-time Consultant Psychiatrist and two Associate Specialists.

In this role, you'll manage care for up to 16 patients alongside a full multidisciplinary team (nursing, OT, psychology, social work) and provide strategic, evidence-based clinical leadership. You'll also work as part of the

second-tier on-call rota

, acting as the duty Responsible Clinician.

Key Responsibilities

Act as Responsible Clinician for designated patients Manage complex psychiatric cases with detailed care plans Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies/families Lead and supervise the multidisciplinary team Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act and professional standards Provide clinical input to policy development and service delivery Participate in the hospital's second-tier on-call system Provide cover for colleagues during leave (reciprocated)

Must-Have Qualifications

GMC registration

with licence to practise

Medical Degree

(e.g., MBBS, MBChB) from a GMC-approved institution

MRCPsych or equivalent

approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Section 12(2) approval

and

Approved Clinician status

Minimum

2 years' experience

as a Consultant Psychiatrist (UK-based preferred) Experience in

general adult psychiatry

in an inpatient or community setting Familiarity with

risk assessment and risk management

Work Conditions

Mode:

100% Onsite

Weekly Hours:

36-42 hours/week

Shifts:

Based on hospital requirements (some roles may allow up to 2 days remote work)

Travel:

Minimal; onsite only

Interview Process:

2-3 stages, including possible team interaction

Benefits

8,400 p.a.

car allowance

UK relocation package

(if applicable)

30 days annual leave

+

bank holidays

+

birthday off

Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Free meals

during shifts

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career development & CPD support

Access to

retail discounts

, car lease scheme,

medical indemnity cover

, and more

About the Facility

The service features two gender-specific, 16-bedded wards. Patients may be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act. The facility is based in

Exeter

, a scenic, vibrant city with access to the coast and countryside--ideal for professionals seeking excellent quality of life.

Job Type: Full-time

Application question(s):

Please choose the option that best describes your current status:
I am a UK citizen

I am in the UK and need visa sponsorship (with 2+ years' experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist)

I am outside the UK and seeking relocation

Are you aware this role requires 37.5 hours per week, fully in-person (36-42 hours/week depending on role)?
Yes

No

Can you describe a complex psychiatric case you managed and how you collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to achieve a positive outcome? How do you ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 and NICE guidelines in your practice, particularly in challenging situations like involuntary treatment? What experience do you have in your subspecialty (e.g., adult, forensic psychiatry) that prepares you for this role? How do you balance patient autonomy with safeguarding responsibilities, especially in high-risk cases? Why are you interested in working in this role, and how do you see yourself contributing to the mission of enabling independent living and reducing stigma in mental health? What is your expected base salary or hourly rate (GBP)? Kindly provide 2 preferred time slots for a quick screening call with our recruitment team. Are you a U.S. Citizen or a Green Card holder? * Mention your regular email and contact number.