NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included. Shift pattern: Monday‑Friday 9 am‑5 pm, plus on‑call rota. We are seeking enthusiastic candidates for an Inverclyde Consultant post in Old Age Psychiatry (10 PAs) to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care for patients over 65 registered at GP practices in Greenock, Port Glasgow, and Kilmacolm, covering the Eastern Inverclyde HSCP (population ~8,500). This full‑time post includes both outpatient and inpatient responsibilities, with clinical leadership expected across multidisciplinary teams in the community and hospital settings. Responsibilities

Provide clinical assessment, treatment and management of older adults with psychiatric disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the community and hospital settings. Participate in regular case discussions, senior clinician and management meetings. Deliver teaching to medical students from the University of Glasgow. Engage in professional development and support opportunities for higher trainer status.

Qualifications & Experience

Full GMC registration and licence to practice. Eligible for the Specialist Register (CCT or CESR). Experience or eligibility to act as RMO and AMP under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003. Recognition of trainer status is expected; training support is available. Experience working with an integrated Community Mental Health Team and with memory clinics is desirable.

Additional Information

Post is offered on a 10 PA basis (8 DCC, 2 non‑DCC); flexible and less‑than‑full‑time options are considered. On‑call commitment is 1 in 25 (non‑resident) as part of a wider regional rota. Facilities include the Larkfield Unit (acute and functional/organic wards), Argyll Unit (memory clinic, outpatient and therapy services) and Orchard View (HBCCC). Full support from a multidisciplinary team, including nursing, psychology, OT, physiotherapy and administrative staff.

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