Exciting Opportunity for CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist – Kent
Austin Dean Recruitment – Join Us for Flexible, Rewarding Opportunities

We are actively recruiting for a CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist for a new full-time role in Kent. This position has been created to enhance medical capacity and ensure high-quality care for children and adolescents in the area. The role offers a stimulating mix of clinical duties and professional activities, with excellent support from a dedicated multi-disciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 10 Programmed Activities (PAs):
    • 7.5 Direct Clinical Contact (DCC)
    • 2.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)
  • On-Call Responsibilities:
    • Participate in a 1:14 on-call rota with Category A 3% remuneration.
    • Provide telephone advice to the crisis team covering community cases, with occasional in-person attendance if clinically necessary.

Essential Qualifications:

  • MRCPsych or equivalent
  • Section 12 Approval or eligibility
  • Approved Clinician status or eligibility
  • Inclusion in or within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Register (CCST)

Ideal Candidate:

  • Expertise in managing a broad range of mental disorders.
  • Experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and using interpreters.
  • Mastery of theoretical and clinical approaches.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Ability to provide medical leadership within a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

Why Work with Austin Dean Recruitment?

  • Flexible Opportunities: Choose locum or substantive roles that fit your lifestyle and career goals.
  • Competitive Rates: Earn excellent pay with transparent and timely remuneration.
  • Supportive Team: Benefit from our experienced recruitment consultants who ensure a seamless transition into new roles.
  • Professional Development: Access to a variety of roles across the UK, enabling you to broaden your experience and advance your career.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexibility to select assignments that align with your personal and professional needs, whether you’re seeking full-time or part-time roles.

Join Austin Dean Recruitment today and take the next step in your psychiatry career, knowing you’ll be supported every step of the way. Whether you’re interested in a locum position or a more permanent post, we can help you find the perfect role!

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Specialties: Psychiatry
Job Type: Full Time Locum
Job Location: Kent
Grade: Consultant

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