Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant)


Location
Profession
Medical doctor
Grade
Consultant
Deadline
N/A
Contract Type
Contract
Posted Date
03 Aug 2026
Medical Protection — the side of locally employed doctors from £83

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Essential

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  • 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. The successful candidate will be fully registered with the GMC and expected to provide evidence of their registration when required. You should have significant experience working within multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate strong leadership in coordinating care, discharge planning, and liaising with commissioners. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients and colleagues. You must be confident working autonomously, have strong problem-solving abilities, and be able to apply evidence-based practice in a practical, patient-centred manner. Participation in a non-residential, second on-call rota is also required. For more information about the role, you can email Angelascott@priorygroup.com

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Priory Glasgow is looking to recruit a Visiting Consultant Psychiatry to join the team. This is self employed role. Priory Hospital Glasgow is a leading provider in Mental Health treatments, Addiction services and Eating Disorders. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care through our comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, supported by our quality facilities and a team committed to excellence.

What you'll be doing

  • Assess and treat a varied outpatient and inpatient caseload within your specialty.
  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Contribute to clinical governance, service improvement, and audit activities.
  • Grow your private practice in line with Priory Hospital Glasgow’s outstanding reputation.
  • Maintain professional development and meet Revalidation or accreditation requirements

What we will give you in return

  • Clinical freedom – You control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans
  • Team connection – Work independently, with full clinical governance and peer support
  • Steady patient flow – Referrals come via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence
  • Admin taken care of – We handle bookings, billing, and secretarial support
  • Established reputation – Be part of a brand trusted by patients, insurers, and clinicians for 30+ years
  • Quality facilities – Work from fully equipped, CQC-registered hospitals and outpatient clinics
  • Flexible commitment – Choose your sessions and work around your lifestyle
  • Inpatient access if needed – Direct pathways into Priory services when required

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