Consultant Psychiatrist

Job summary

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a clinically rewarding role in a supportive and forward-thinking environment? Pinhoe View in Exeter is seeking a dedicated professional to join our established medical team, providing care to men and women with enduring mental health problems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside another full-time Consultant Psychiatrist and two Associate Specialists, within a 36-bed inpatient service. Youll be part of a multidisciplinary team including Nursing, OT, Psychology, and Social Work, supporting patients with the help of an Associate Specialist doctor. While primarily responsible for delivering a quality clinical service, you will also be expected to be actively involved in the strategic development of the team and broader services, being involved with the ward manager and senior management team in helping to steer the development of the service in line with the strategic direction of the hospital and Elysium. As a valued staff member, you will have excellent CPD and professional development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

The Consultant Psychiatrist will join the existing medical team at Pinhoe View in Exeter, providing care for patients with enduring mental health problems. This role involves leading clinical decision-making, managing complex cases, formulating care plans, and guiding evidence-based treatment. The successful candidate will also participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, care reviews, and strategic service development. Collaborating with external agencies, implementing the Mental Health Act, contributing to clinical governance, audits, and service improvement are key responsibilities. A Section 12(2) approval to work in England and Approved clinician status, MRCPsych or equivalent, and experience in acute inpatient or community settings are required.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees, offering extensive services across 90 locations in England and Wales. The company specializes in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education care services. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium Healthcare is linked with an extensive global network operating in 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people globally. They are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative care solutions while providing a supportive work environment with ample professional growth opportunities. Elysium Healthcare embraces inclusive and accessible recruitment as a Disability Confident employer while prioritizing the safeguarding of service users' welfare.

Details

• Date posted: 01 September 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1544684523
• Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Exeter, EX1 3PZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a clinically rewarding role in a supportive and forward-thinking environment? Pinhoe View in Exeter is seeking a dedicated professional to join our established medical team, providing care to men and women with enduring mental health problems.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside another full-time Consultant Psychiatrist and two Associate Specialists, within a 36-bed inpatient service. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team including Nursing, OT, Psychology, and Social Work, supporting patients with the help of an Associate Specialist doctor.

While primarily responsible for delivering a quality clinical service, you will also be expected to be actively involved in the strategic development of the team and broader services, being involved with the ward manager and senior management team in helping to steer the development of the service in line with the strategic direction of the hospital and Elysium.

As a valued staff member, you will have excellent CPD and professional development opportunities. You will work 37.5 hours a week, in a clinically rewarding environment and receive a highly competitive salary, along with a competitive pension scheme and several other benefits.

Key Responsibilities of the Consultant Psychiatrist include:

• Act as Responsible Clinician for Clyst Ward.
• Lead clinical decision-making and manage complex cases
• Formulate care plans and guide evidence-based treatment
• Participate in MDT meetings, care reviews, and strategic service development
• Collaborate with external agencies and implement the Mental Health Act
• Contribute to clinical governance, audits, and service improvement
• Maintain accurate clinical records and meet NHSE contractual obligations
• Participate in second tier-on-call rota (telephone advice) and provide cover for colleagues during absences.

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• MRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
• CCT/CESR equivalent in General Adult is desirable
• CCT/CESR equivalent in other specialities may be considered depending on the interest and experience of the individual.
• Candidates without CCT/CESR but with AC status and extensive experience in acute inpatient and working in senior medical/consultant type roles may be considered.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• To hold Section 12(2) approval to work in England and Approved clinician status
• Experience of working within acute inpatient or community settings, ideally inpatient settings and have experience in risk assessment and risk management.

What you will get:

• Competitive annual salary
• £5000 car allowance
• £10,000 Retention bonus
• Competitive Relocation bonus
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
• A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.
• Free meals while on duty
• Employee Assistance Services
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Voluntary benefits
• Medical indemnity cover

There are also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more.

More about this site:

Pinhoe View provides 36 acute beds across two wards- one male ward and one female ward. Patients maybe informal or detained under the Mental health act. Pinhoe View is situated in Exeter, in Devon which is a bright and developing city. It is ideally placed for rural living with proximity to the coast and several areas of outstanding natural beauty.

About your next employer

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).