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Pulse is hiring a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Oxford. This is a contract role in Oxford, Oxfordshire. posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
Job Title: Adult Psychiatrist
Grade: Consultant
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application
We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to work full time hours for our NHS client based in Oxford, Oxfordshire. This vacancy is available on a locum basis for the successful candidate to start immediately for a short-term contract.
What will your responsibilities be?
We are seeking a Consultant for the General Adult Psychiatry Ward, Key responsibilities include providing high-quality patient care, conducting comprehensive assessments, and developing individualised treatment plans. The role requires Section 12 and Approved Clinician (AC) approval. You will be expected to maintain compliance with all legal obligations as prescribed by the Mental Health Act (MHA) and the Ministry of Justice. You are also expected to assess patients under the MHA and make recommendations under the MHA and to act as Responsible Clinician (RC).
Qualifications and Experiences:
- You must have a full GMC licence to practice
- Section 12
- Approved Clinician
- Previous experience in similar role
How to apply?
If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail.
If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us, you can earn £300 per recommendation, once they have worked over 200 hours*.
Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you will quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.
We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Pulse. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Oxford position at Pulse located?
This position is based in Oxford, Oxfordshire. Pulse has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Oxford at Pulse earn?
Pulse has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Oxford role at Pulse posted?
This role was posted on July 3, 2026 (9 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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