Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist

Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist

Application Deadline: 20 August 2026

Department: Medical and Psychiatry

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Lifeworks

Description

Life Works is a trusted and welcoming private rehab centre in Surrey, near London, specialising in rehabilitation, recovery and eating disorder treatment. This is a self employed role. We are looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant) with experience in either or both of the following specialisms:

• Eating disorders
• Substance and behavioural rehabilitation

BOOK A CALL WITH OUR TEAM: Transitioning into private practice, or exploring sessional work can offer a host of rewarding benefits. By partnering with Priory, you can enjoy an uncapped income stream with the flexibility to decide how many sessions you deliver and when, allowing you to balance private work alongside your NHS commitments. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST AND SPEAK WITH OUR TEAM.

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. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, 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.

• Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
• Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Supervising the process of referral and admission including contributing to preadmission assessments of young people with other team members.
• Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults.

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. This post requires a good team player who is keen to contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to assessment, formulation, and management plans. The consultant must hold and maintain registration with the GMC, including the relevant Specialist Register, and be able to provide evidence of registration to the Hospital Director or Group Medical Officer if requested. In terms of experience, the consultant should possess a CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in the relevant areas of Psychiatry and have experience working in inpatient settings with individuals experiencing significant mental health difficulties. For more information about the role, you can email or discuss a transition into private practice with Priory by registering your interest here.

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

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