Consultant Psychiatrist

Join the team at Gateway Recovery Centre as a Consultant Psychiatrist providing care and treatment for men and women in specialist inpatient, rehabilitation and low secure settings. Gateway Recovery Centre is situated in Widnes, close to Liverpool, Manchester, Chester and surrounding areas. There are excellent transport links, which allows the town to be reachable for those travelling across the Northwest. Gateway Recovery Centre has 72 beds spread across 6 wards.3 wards constitute the womens service with one acute ward and two level 2 rehabilitation ward for women with high support needs. The other 3 wards provide care to men in specialist rehabilitation unit for men with ASD (Cedar ward), low secure ward (Dove ward) and a rehabilitation ward for older men with complex mental health needs and physical health comorbidities (Ash Ward). The team consists currently of 4.5 consultants, and you will deliver clinical care to a dedicated caseload. You will be supported by a practice nurse and an enhanced GP service to meet patients physical healthcare needs. You will have support from a dedicated supervisor and a medical secretarial team. Specialty doctor cover is available for the acute ward. You will have access to excellent CPD, and the support of a large peer group of enthusiastic and high-calibre consultants from varied sub-specialties.

The role of Consultant Psychiatrist at Gateway Recovery Centre involves providing care and treatment for individuals in various specialized settings, including inpatient, rehabilitation, and low secure environments. The Centre, located in Widnes, has 72 beds spread across 6 wards, offering services for both men and women with specific needs, including those with high support needs and complex mental health issues. As a consultant, you will have the responsibility of delivering clinical care to a dedicated caseload with the support of a practice nurse, enhanced GP service, and a medical secretarial team. The job offers competitive salary, car allowance, generous annual leave, continuous professional development opportunities, and various benefits to support work-life balance.