Medacs Healthcare

Consultant Community Psychiatry

SA12 7BX

Key information

Pay
£100 to £110 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
13 Oct 2026
Closing date
12 Nov 2026

About this role

* for more information please contact Nina Deschanel on 01756 702207 // nina.deschanel@medacs.com *

Locum Consultant in Community Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Location

WALES

Rate

£100 - £110 + Negotiable

Contract Type

Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)

Start Date

ASAP

Community Psychiatry Consultant - Inpatient / Community : Community with ward in-reach eg MDT Crisis Team WILL NEED SECTION 12 AND WELSH AC Job Plan : 9-5 M-F. 10 sessions. 1 Admin, 9 DCC. Mix of patient reviews, MDT, ward in-reach, crisis team and home treatment team input. Focus is on patient flow so there will be emphasis on supporting early discharge and liaising with the ward around this, as well as on admission prevention.

For more information please contact Nina Deschanel on nina.deschanel@medacs.com

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms

Are you a dedicated

Consultant in Community Psychiatry looking for the flexibility and variety that locum work offers? At

Medacs Healthcare, we're proud to support the NHS with expert mental health professionals across the UK. We're currently recruiting for

locum Consultant Psychiatrists with

UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Whether you're seeking a short-term placement or a longer-term assignment, we'll help you find the right fit.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, we offer

  • Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to psychiatry locum roles across the UK.
  • Shifts That Works for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
  • NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
  • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
  • Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
  • Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
  • GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
  • Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
  • 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant Psychiatrist, you'll work within multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adults with complex mental health needs.

Your responsibilities may include

  • Conducting psychiatric assessments and reviews
  • Leading treatment planning and clinical decision-making
  • Supporting junior medical staff and MDTs
  • Liaising with community services and external partners

What We're Looking For

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • Section 12/Section 22 and Approved/Responsible Clinician status (or eligibility)
  • A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
  • Experience in adult mental health settings
  • UK Right to Work
  • A flexible, collaborative, and patient-focused approach
  • CCT in Psychiatry

Locations Available

We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including

  • Greater London
  • Midlands
  • North West & North East England
  • South East & South West England
  • Scotland
  • Wales

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.

Apply Today

Take control of your psychiatry career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.

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