Adult Acute Consultant Psychiatrist - Job Vacancy

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist Specialty: Adult Acute Grade: Consultant Location: North West, Cheadle Salary: £170,000 per annum Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Adult Acute Consultant Psychiatrist to join a private hospital based in Cheadle. This full time permanent position is based in a mixed acute unit, with working hours of 37.5 hours per week. The role is available to start as soon as possible but can accommodate notice periods of up to 3 months. The position offers a competitive salary of £170,000 per annum. What makes this opportunity stand out? Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings, comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training and the chance to work in a cutting-edge facility, providing a fantastic opportunity for professionals looking for great career progression. Benefits: • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 years’ service.) • Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings. • Free parking on site • Subsidised meals on duty • Enhanced maternity pay • Disclosure check cost coverage • Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training • Online benefits and cashback rewards • Cycle to work scheme • Contributory pension scheme • Refer a friend bonuses • Long service awards Requirements: To be eligible for this role, you must have: • MBBS or Equivalent Medical Degree and MRCPsych with s12/AC approval • Full GMC registration with license to practice • Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Practice • Committed to continued professional development • Desirable to have had significant experience of inpatient mental health acute units. • Able to work collaboratively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team Why use Athona? Athona is one of the UK's leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience in the industry. We take pride in offering a personalised approach, ensuring every candidate is supported throughout their career journey. What We Offer: • Experts in the Psychiatry sector – Providing a professional, knowledgeable, and supportive service tailored to your career goals. • Nationwide permanent vacancies – Opportunities across the NHS and private sector, including exclusive roles only available through Athona. • Comprehensive recruitment support – From CV advice and interview preparation to salary negotiation and contract reviews. • Seamless onboarding – Guidance through compliance checks, pre-employment screening, and workplace integration. • Overseas relocation support – Assistance with visa sponsorship, GMC/NMC registration, and adapting to UK healthcare settings. • Career progression planning – Helping you find roles that align with your long-term career aspirations and professional development goals. • Ongoing post-placement support – Regular check-ins to ensure you're satisfied in your new role and progressing as expected. Interested in applying? If this role suits your skills and experience, apply today, and our team will contact you to discuss the details. Can’t find what you’re looking for? We post a variety of new jobs every day so by registering your CV with Athona, we can keep you updated with any new job opportunities that may be better suited for you. Know someone else who might be interested? Refer them to Athona and receive up to £250 for every recommendation

This is the UK's largest independent provider of Mental Health Services, this is a specialist provider of complex mental health services, providing clinical excellence across 13 wards which include acute adult wards, Eating Disorder Service, CAMHS, Rehabilitation, Acute and PICU services with easy transport links. This is a full time position providing psychiatric care to inpatients, alongside providing the clinical leadership on the unit to ensure safe and effective service delivery. The post is supported by a full time Specialty Doctor or Advanced Practitioner and the post holder will be working within a full Multidisciplinary Team.