Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry


Company:	Medecho LTD
Salary:	£60 to £75 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	7 Nov 2026

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Summary

Job Title

Location : NHS Trust, United Kingdom

Contract Type : Locum (Full-Time / Part-Time Available)

Start Date : ASAP

Job Overview

An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry to join a dynamic mental health team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient, community, and crisis services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor who is available to start immediately and has substantial experience working within UK mental health services.

Essential Requirements

• Valid GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

• Section 12 Approval (Essential)

• Previous NHS Psychiatry experience

• Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills

• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working abilities

• Must be available to start ASAP

• Valid Right to Work in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and formulate management plans

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions

• Participate in ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings

• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments where appropriate

• Provide advice and support to junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals

• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards

• Ensure safe and effective patient care at all times

Specialties Covered May Include

• General Adult Psychiatry

• Older Adult Psychiatry

• Liaison Psychiatry

• Community Psychiatry

• Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment

• Inpatient Psychiatry

• Rehabilitation Psychiatry

• Forensic Psychiatry

• Learning Disabilities Psychiatry

• Substance Misuse Services

Skills & Experience

• Experience managing patients with complex mental health conditions

• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

• Sound knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation

• Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills

• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care

What We Offer

• Competitive locum rates

• Flexible working arrangements

• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team

• Opportunities within leading NHS Trusts across the UK

• Potential for contract extension based on service requirements

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