Consultant Psychiatrist

Consultant Psychiatrist

Department: Medical and Psychiatry

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Woking

Compensation: £165,000 / year


Description
Priory Hospital Woking is looking to recruit a Psychiatrist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 Hours role.

Priory Hospital Woking is a mental health and addiction rehab hospital, offering world class inpatient and outpatient treatment.

We can treat a variety of addictions and mental health conditions, including alcohol and drug recovery services, and treatment for depression . We can also offer private autism assessments for adults, as well as an autism psychological support pathway for adults who have been diagnosed with autism.

Our evidence-based treatment programmes are delivered by leading psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and other highly qualified specialists. We believe that anyone struggling with addiction or mental health problems deserves the best possible support to overcome their challenges. Our team work extremely hard to make sure that everyone we support is given the tools to improve their quality of life and achieve a strong and lasting recovery.


What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Provide expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including psychologists, nurses, and social workers to develop individualized care plans.
• Prescribe and monitor medications, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
• Deliver therapy sessions, both one-on-one and in group settings, and provide ongoing patient support.
• Participate in clinical governance, training, and research activities to maintain high standards of care.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.


What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

We are seeking a fully qualified and registered psychiatrist with substantial experience in adult or general psychiatry. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills, alongside strong interpersonal and multidisciplinary collaboration capabilities. Candidates must hold current GMC registration and possess a proven record of safe prescribing and evidence-based patient care. Experience in leading clinical teams, contributing to governance, and maintaining high standards of professional practice will be highly regarded.

For more information about the role, you can email andreadavis@priorygroup.com


What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.