Consultant Psychiatrist – Old Age Psychiatry - Remote

Overview

A well-established NHS Older Adult Mental Health Service is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide specialist care for patients over 65 years old with mental health disorders such as dementia, late-onset schizophrenia, depression, and complex psychiatric conditions. The role involves both inpatient and community-based care, offering the opportunity to work in a collaborative MDT setting alongside geriatricians, psychologists, and social care professionals.

In Short

• Provide specialist care for patients over 65 with mental health disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive memory assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Lead medication reviews and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with primary care teams and neurology departments.
• Provide clinical leadership in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Offer psychoeducation and support to carers and families.
• Act as a Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act.
• Supervise and mentor junior doctors and specialty trainees.
• Flexible working options, including remote consultations.
• Opportunities for leadership development and research involvement.

Requirements

• GMC registration with CCT in Old Age Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry.
• Expertise in neurocognitive disorders and complex medication management.
• Excellent ability to work with multi-agency teams.

Benefits

• NHS pension scheme and enhanced sick leave.
• Flexible working options, including remote consultations.
• Opportunities for leadership development and research involvement.