Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and psychiatric care within a forensic inpatient setting
• Act as an Approved Clinician and hold Section 12 approval under the Mental Health Act
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and treatment planning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, legal professionals, and external agencies
• Contribute to Mental Health Review Tribunals, court reports, and legal proceedings
• Supervise junior doctors and contribute to their training and development
• Participate in clinical governance, service development, and quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register for Forensic Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT)
• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status under the Mental Health Act
• Extensive experience in forensic psychiatry and secure mental health services
• Strong leadership, risk management, and communication skills

About the Company

Pulse is a specialist recruitment agency focused on finding the best opportunities for healthcare professionals, offering access to exclusive roles through preferred supplier status with many clients.