Consultant Psychiatry - North East


Company:	Medacs Healthcare
Salary:	£100 to £110 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bishop Auckland, DL14 6AE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	6 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Job Title: Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age Psychiatry

Location: North East

Rate: £100 - £110 per hour

Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)

Start Date: [Insert start date or "ASAP"]

Make a Real Difference in Mental Health - On Your Terms

Are you a dedicated

Consultant in Old Age 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 in Old Age Psychiatry 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

Desirable:

CCT in Old Age Psychiatry (or within 6 months of achieving it)

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.

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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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