Psychiatry - Old Age, Consultant

Dorchester, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatry Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

23 November - 04 December | 09:00 - 17:30
Reference: 3169436
Total Shifts: 10

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Psychiatry – Old Age Consultant to join a dedicated multidisciplinary service supporting older adults with complex mental health needs. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and community settings, working collaboratively with clinical colleagues, patients, families and carers.

You will take clinical responsibility for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of older people presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions, including dementia, depression, psychosis, anxiety and behavioural and psychological symptoms. Duties will include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and reviewing care plans, managing risk, prescribing safely and providing expert advice to other professionals. You will contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, safeguarding processes, discharge planning and the effective coordination of care.

The successful candidate will support the development of a responsive and recovery-focused service, promoting dignity, independence and shared decision-making. You will be expected to provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to junior medical staff and contribute to teaching, training, audit, research and service improvement initiatives. Participation in an out-of-hours or on-call rota may also be required, in line with service needs.

Applicants must hold full registration with the General Medical Council and be eligible for, or already included on, the Specialist Register in Old Age Psychiatry. Equivalent qualifications and substantial relevant experience may be considered where appropriate. You should have proven expertise in assessing and managing older adults with complex psychiatric and physical health needs, alongside a sound understanding of mental health legislation, safeguarding and capacity assessments.

Excellent communication, organisation and decision-making skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable and professionally committed consultant who can demonstrate strong clinical judgement and a commitment to delivering safe, equitable and high-quality care.

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Dorchester, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatry Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Added 04/11/2026
Reference: 3169436

Psychiatry - Old Age, Consultant

Dorchester, England, United Kingdom Temporary Psychiatry Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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