Branch: Lisburn Area (SEHSCT)

Location: Lagan Valley Hospital

Directorate: Medical & Dental

Functional Area: Psychiatry (Medical Staff)

Salary: (See job details)

Contract Type: Temporary

Opening date: 26/09/25

Closes:
Fri, 10 October 2025 @ 4:00 PM

Interview Dates: TBC INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD FACE TO FACE

Notes: This Locum Specialty Doctor replacement post is available immediately for a period of 12 months in the first instance. The postholder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team known as the Mental Health Assessment Centre( MHAC) which provides a first point of contact for people referred for assessment of mental health problems. The role involves assessment, diagnosis and initial treatment of mental illness when required as well as providing medical support and advice to the team. Depending on the agreed Job plan there may also be an opportunity to work with the co-located sector home treatment team.

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