Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant) - Priory Group : Job Details

Priory Hospital Roehamptonis looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist (Visiting Consultant). This is aself-employedrole.Priory Hospital Roehampton, a registered hospital in London, is a welcoming and highly respected rehab facility, offering expert mental health and addiction treatment. We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions.

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 (Visiting Consultant), 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.You will also:

• Serve as Consultant and Responsible Clinician, leading patient care planning and multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assess and manage complex cases, chair MDT/CPA meetings, and liaise with patients, families, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to governance and quality improvement through active participation in ward, CAMHS, and service development meetings.
• Engage in academic activities including teaching, case presentations, audit, research, and ongoing professional development.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

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 GMC-registered and able to provide proof when needed. You’ll have strong experience in multidisciplinary teams, with leadership in care coordination and discharge planning. Excellent communication, autonomy, and problem-solving skills are essential. You must be confident using evidence-based, patient-centred practice and take part in a non-residential second on-call rota.

• 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.