Consultant Psychiatrist

Priorys acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.

What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. Provide senior medical leadership and expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex mental health needs within Priory Chelmsfords inpatient and outpatient services. Lead on the development and review of personalised treatment plans, including pharmacological and therapeutic interventions, while ensuring high standards of clinical governance and patient safety. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, offering clinical supervision, leadership, and guidance to support effective care delivery and positive patient outcomes. Manage risk, Mental Health Act responsibilities, safeguarding, and crisis interventions in line with regulatory frameworks, Priory policies, and best practice standards. Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and professional education while maintaining compliance with GMC standards and continuing professional development requirements.