Consultant In Child & Adolescent Psychiatry-Horley

Job Title: Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Location: Horley

Company Overview: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting passionate healthcare professionals with rewarding career opportunities in the mental health sector. With a focus on excellence and compassion, we strive to match skilled individuals with positions where they can positively impact the lives of children and adolescents. Join our esteemed team and become part of a dynamic network committed to delivering high-quality care to communities across the UK.

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join our team in Horley. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in providing clinical leadership and expertise in Child and adolescent mental health, supporting the delivery of comprehensive psychiatric services to young people and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to mental health care provision while advancing your career in Child and adolescent psychiatry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert psychiatric assessment and diagnosis for children and adolescents with a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and behavioral disorders.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines, incorporating pharmacological, psychological, and social interventions as appropriate.
• Providing leadership and clinical supervision to multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists-in-training, psychiatric nurses, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists, to ensure high-quality and coordinated care delivery.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and clinical reviews to contribute to the development and review of patients’ care plans and treatment goals.
• Providing education and support to young people and their families/caregivers on mental health conditions, treatment options, and strategies for managing symptoms and promoting recovery.
• Collaborating with external agencies, including schools, primary care providers, and community mental health teams, to facilitate integrated care pathways and improve access to services.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and research activities to enhance the quality and effectiveness of child and adolescent mental health care provision.

Requirements:

• Medical degree and completion of specialist training in Child and adolescent psychiatry, with full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and inclusion on the Specialist Register for Psychiatry.
• Substantial post-qualification experience working as a Consultant Psychiatrist in Child and adolescent mental health services, with demonstrable clinical expertise in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with young people and their families.
• Commitment to delivering person-centered care and promoting recovery-oriented practices.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in Child and adolescent mental health care.
• Willingness to participate in on-call duties and attend meetings and training sessions as required.

Benefits:

• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training events
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LT

How to Apply: If you are a passionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist looking to make a positive impact in Child and adolescent mental health care and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV below