Job Description

Job Title: Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Grade: Consultant
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Rate: Competitive — details to be discussed upon application

We are seeking an experienced Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join our NHS client in Birmingham, West Midlands. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start on a short-term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert psychiatric care within a CAMHS inpatient setting, specifically within a General Adolescent Unit (GAU)
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored treatment plans for young people
• Act as the Responsible Clinician (RC) and ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act (MHA)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, patient-centred care
• Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to service development and clinical governance

Qualifications & Experience

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise (essential)
• Section 12 approval (essential)
• Approved Clinician (AC) status (essential)
• Extensive experience in CAMHS, inpatient psychiatry, and GAU settings
• Previous experience in a consultant role

How to Apply
If your experience matches this role, apply today! Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss your application in detail.

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