Consultant Psychiatrist

at  Carter Brown The Expert Service

JOB TITLE: CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST - EXPERT WITNESS WORK

Location: Nationwide (UK)
Salary: £80 per hour – LAA guided hours: 15 hours for adult assessment + travel. 25 hours for child assessment + travel.
Travel costed at £28 per hour and 45p per mile.
Position Overview: We are actively seeking skilled and experienced Consultant Psychiatrists to join our team as expert witnesses. This role offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity to utilise your psychiatric expertise to support children and families involved in legal proceedings. As an expert witness, you will be essential in ensuring that judicial decisions are based on thorough, accurate, and expert psychiatric evaluations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualified Consultant Psychiatrist with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and in good standing.
• Be on the Specialist Register OR be Section 12 Approved – Evidence of certification will be requested.
• Extensive experience in psychiatric assessments with adults, adolescent or child assessments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex psychiatric information in a clear and concise manner.
• Dedication to continuous professional development and staying updated with advancements in psychiatry and forensic psychiatry, where necessary.
• Experience with providing assessment reports answering specific questions and providing clear recommendations and opinions.
  How to Apply: If you are a compassionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist ready to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and become a trusted expert witness, helping to shape fair and informed outcomes for children and families.
  Carter Brown is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who share our dedication to making a difference.
  Job Type: Freelance
  Pay: £80.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Flexitime
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Experience:

• post qualification: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• GMC (required)
• Specialist Register OR Section 12 Approved (required)

Work Location: On the roa

About Us: Carter Brown is a premier provider of expert witness services, dedicated to supporting the legal process with integrity and professionalism. Our mission is to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families by delivering precise, expert assessments that inform critical court decisions.

• Impactful Work: Use your psychiatric expertise to advocate for the mental health and well-being of children and families in the legal system.
• Competitive Pricing: Earn £80 per hour for your valuable contributions. 15 hours for adult assessment + travel. 25 hours for child assessment + travel.
• Steady Work Flow: Enjoy the benefit of a dedicated referrals team that ensures a constant flow of work, so you can focus on your assessments and reports.
• Administrative Support: Benefit from a dedicated case handler who assists with all administrative tasks, allowing you to concentrate on your core responsibilities.
• Flexible Opportunities: Work nationwide, offering flexibility and diversity in your assignments.
• Professional Growth: Engage in meaningful work that contributes to your professional development and expertise in forensic psychiatry.
• Proof Reading Service: All reports are proof read to the highest possible standard to ensure you uphold your excellent reputation in Court, providing the possibility to get continuous reinstructions based on your credibility

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations of children and families.
• Produce detailed, evidence-based reports for use in court.
• Provide expert testimony, clearly communicating psychiatric findings and their implications in a legal context.
• Collaborate with legal professionals to ensure precise understanding and interpretation of psychiatric evidence.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
• Working alongside Carter Brown’s referrals team and case handler to manage your diary and administration on case files.
  Benefits - Why Join Carter Brown?

About Us: Carter Brown is a premier provider of expert witness services, dedicated to supporting the legal process with integrity and professionalism. Our mission is to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families by delivering precise, expert assessments that inform critical court decisions.

• Impactful Work: Use your psychiatric expertise to advocate for the mental health and well-being of children and families in the legal system.
• Competitive Pricing: Earn £80 per hour for your valuable contributions. 15 hours for adult assessment + travel. 25 hours for child assessment + travel.
• Steady Work Flow: Enjoy the benefit of a dedicated referrals team that ensures a constant flow of work, so you can focus on your assessments and reports.
• Administrative Support: Benefit from a dedicated case handler who assists with all administrative tasks, allowing you to concentrate on your core responsibilities.
• Flexible Opportunities: Work nationwide, offering flexibility and diversity in your assignments.
• Professional Growth: Engage in meaningful work that contributes to your professional development and expertise in forensic psychiatry.
• Proof Reading Service: All reports are proof read to the highest possible standard to ensure you uphold your excellent reputation in Court, providing the possibility to get continuous reinstructions based on your credibility.