JOB SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Locum Specialty Registrar in Psychiatry to support NHS Trust services across the UK. This role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities to work within a range of psychiatry sub-specialties. The successful candidate will be responsible for the clinical management of patients with psychiatric conditions under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Minimum of 3 years’ postgraduate medical experience, including psychiatry
• Experience at ST4–ST6 level or equivalent
• Section 12 approval and/or MRCPsych (desirable but not always required)
• Valid Right to Work in the UK
• Current DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments of patients
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team (MDT)
• Participate in ward rounds, clinical meetings, and handovers
• Manage acute psychiatric presentations and ongoing care needs
• Support junior medical staff and provide clinical leadership as required
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Contribute to risk assessments and safeguarding processes
• Participate in on-call rotas (if applicable)

Depending on the Trust and placement, roles may be available in the following areas:

• General Adult Psychiatry
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
• Old Age Psychiatry
• Liaison Psychiatry
• Forensic Psychiatry
• Addictions Psychiatry
• Learning Disability Psychiatry
• Perinatal Psychiatry
• Community Psychiatry
• Eating Disorders
• Neuropsychiatr