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Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disabilities - Carmarthen
Carmarthen SA31 1DN
Key information
- Pay
- £114,099 to £166,585 a year
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 30 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Nov 2026
About this role
Comprehensive office accommodation, dedicated secretarial support and full IT facilities, including access to intranet and internet resources, will be provided.
The successful candidate will
Lead the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with learning disabilities and associated mental health needs. Take continuing clinical responsibility for patients under their care. Participate in the consultant on-call rota and provide senior clinical support both in and out of hours as required. Contribute to the ongoing development and transformation of Learning Disability services. Support partnership working across health, social care and third-sector organisations. Provide specialist expertise and advice to colleagues, carers, families and partner agencies. Contribute to teaching, training and professional development within the organisation. The successful candidate will undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide expert clinical management for individuals with learning disabilities and complex mental health presentations. They will be responsible for formulating and implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress and ensuring safe, effective and person-centred care. For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy. Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full. Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:
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