Full job description
Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - Addictions

Department:

Medical and Psychiatry


Employment Type:

Contract


Location:

Priory Hospital North London


Compensation:

£0.00 / hour



Description


Priory Hospital North London

is seeking an experienced

Consultant Psychiatrist

to join our established

Addiction Treatment Programme

, working as a

self-employed private practitioner

.




This is an opportunity to develop your private practice within one of Priory’s leading specialist mental health and addiction services, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, consultant-led care to individuals experiencing a range of substance and behavioural addictions.




As a self-employed Consultant Psychiatrist, you’ll have the opportunity to build and manage your own private patient caseload while benefiting from the infrastructure, clinical environment and established reputation of Priory Hospital North London.



We can deliver intensive support for a range of addictions, including alcohol and drug addictions, as well as a number of addictive behaviours such as gambling, internet and shopping addictions.



Key Responsibilities

As a

self-employed Consultant Psychiatrist

within our Addiction Treatment Programme, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while developing your private practice within Priory Hospital North London.




You’ll be:

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Providing specialist psychiatric assessments, diagnosis and treatment for individuals experiencing

substance and behavioural addictions

, including those with co-existing mental health conditions.

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Managing and developing your own

private patient caseload

, providing ongoing consultant-led care throughout each patient’s treatment journey.

*
Developing individualised treatment plans and reviewing patient progress to ensure care remains responsive to their needs.

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Working collaboratively with our experienced

multidisciplinary team

, including therapists, psychologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

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Contributing to safe and effective

detoxification and addiction treatment pathways

, where clinically appropriate.

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Maintaining clear, accurate clinical records and working in line with relevant professional standards, clinical governance requirements and Priory policies.

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Building strong therapeutic relationships with patients and, where appropriate, their families or support networks.

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Contributing your specialist expertise to the wider clinical team and supporting a collaborative approach to delivering excellent patient outcomes.



As a

self-employed private practitioner

, you’ll retain the independence of running your own practice while benefiting from Priory’s established clinical environment, infrastructure and multidisciplinary support.





Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

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.



Job Benefits
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Clinical freedom – You control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans

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Team connection – Work independently, with full clinical governance and peer support

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Steady patient flow – Referrals come via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence

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Admin taken care of – We handle bookings, billing, and secretarial support

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Established reputation – Be part of a brand trusted by patients, insurers, and clinicians for 30+ years

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Quality facilities – Work from fully equipped, CQC-registered hospitals and outpatient clinics

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Flexible commitment – Choose your sessions and work around your lifestyle

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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.