Pediatric Forensic Psychiatry Consultant

If you are a Pediatric Forencis Psychiatry Consultant and want to advance your career in a world-class setting, apply today!

Summary

The Consultant in Pediatric Forensic Psychiatry  provides expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of mental health conditions.

Education/Qualification:

1. Basic medical degree from recognized institution
2. Post-qualification certification
   • Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand. 
   • USA: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) Certification in Psychiatry.
   • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) in Psychiatry.
   • UK and Ireland: CCT/CCST in Psychiatry 
   • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP).

License:

• Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat children and adolescents with psychiatric, behavioral, emotional, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including risk assessments for self-harm, harm to others, and safeguarding concerns.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Prescribe, review, and monitor psychiatric medications in line with DOH and hospital guidelines.
• Provide consultation-liaison services to pediatrics, emergency, ICU, and other specialties.
• Accept and manage referrals from emergency services, inpatient units, outpatient clinics, primary care, and external hospitals.
• Lead ward rounds and outpatient clinics; review, reassess, and follow up on inpatient and outpatient cases.
• Review diagnostic reports, psychological assessments, and relevant medical investigations; adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Work closely with pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, nurses, therapists, educators, and allied health teams to deliver coordinated care.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, medication effects, risks, and follow-up plans.
• Support families with counseling, education, and discharge planning.
• Promote a collaborative, team-based approach to patient care within a multicultural setting.
• Supervise and oversee the clinical work of junior doctors, residents, and fellows.
• Provide clinical teaching, case discussions, and mentorship to junior medical staff.
• Participate in peer review, case reviews, and performance management activities.
• Contribute to service development, clinical pathways, and mental health programs.
• Assist with recruitment, orientation, and credentialing of new medical staff as required.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with hospital and DOH standards.
• Comply with hospital policies, informed consent requirements, safeguarding protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in quality improvement projects, clinical audits, safety reporting, and incident reviews.