Specialty Doctor in General Adult Psychiatry- Elmleigh(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
February 14, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

The Role — Acute Psychiatry with Strong Clinical Support

This Specialty Doctor post sits within an acute adult inpatient service delivering assessment and treatment for people experiencing severe phases of functional mental illness. You will work on either a 16-bed female ward or a 17-bed male ward, caring for patients with conditions such as mood disorders, psychosis, and complex personality presentations.

The role blends hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities in multidisciplinary care planning. You will collaborate with consultants, resident doctors, and allied professionals to provide safe, recovery-focused treatment while contributing to governance, education, and service improvement.

The Trust actively supports career development — including Section 12 approval pathways, CESR progression, research engagement, and supervision training — within a culture that prioritises wellbeing and inclusion.

Core Responsibilities

You will:

  • Provide daily psychiatric reviews and treatment planning
  • Lead or contribute to Care Programme Approach (CPA) meetings
  • Prepare tribunal reports and participate in hearings
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation
  • Participate in ward MDT discussions and care coordination
  • Support quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives
  • Attend appraisal, CPD, and academic forums
  • Contribute to safe governance and operational efficiency
  • Support junior medical colleagues within working time frameworks
  • Participate in job planning reviews to align service delivery

Professional Environment

The service operates within an integrated Trust combining mental health, community, and learning disability services across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Clinicians benefit from strong consultant leadership, administrative support, and protected professional development time.

Flexible working discussions are welcomed, and the Trust encourages innovation, reflective practice, and collaborative care models.

Person Requirements

Essential

  • Full registration with a licence to practise from the General Medical Council
  • Recognised primary medical qualification
  • Minimum two years’ experience in general adult psychiatry
  • Commitment to multidisciplinary inpatient care

Safeguarding & Compliance

This post requires enhanced vetting through the
Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applicants requiring UK sponsorship are eligible to apply; immigration processes are overseen by
UK Visas and Immigration.

Why Join This Service

  • Structured SPA time for CPD and development
  • Support for CESR and Section 12 approval
  • Opportunities in teaching, audit, and research
  • Strong peer and consultant supervision
  • Inclusive culture focused on staff wellbeing
  • Flexible working discussions welcomed

Helpful UK Government Resources

The following official guidance may assist applicants — particularly international candidates:

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