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Locum Consultant Psychiatrist General Adult

  • Hybrid
    • South West, Munster, Ireland
  • Medical

Immediate start available.

Opportunity to work within an established and supportive mental health service.

Professional and collaborative working environment.

Job description

Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: Immediate
Location: South West

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry to join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality mental health care services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to work within a supportive and progressive clinical environment, contributing to the delivery of comprehensive community and acute mental health services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for adult patients.

  • Lead and support multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning.

  • Deliver high standards of clinical governance and patient-centred care.

  • Supervise and support junior medical staff and allied healthcare professionals.

  • Participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.

  • Collaborate closely with community mental health teams and external agencies.

  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with professional standards and regulations.

Job requirements

  • Specialist registration in Psychiatry with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) or eligibility for registration.

  • Significant experience in General Adult Psychiatry.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and team-working skills.

  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary setting.

  • Previous experience within the Irish healthcare system is desirable.

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