Psychiatrist

Are you looking for a new challenge? Would like more control over your working arrangements? Have you considered work as an independent expert witness? We would like to hear from you.

Job Role

Psychiatrist (Self-Employed/Expert Witness)

Location

United Kingdom – assessments available nationwide

Dates

To start ASAP

Hours

Flexible working to meet your needs

Rates and Payment

Hourly rates based on case specifics. Guaranteed 45 day payment terms.

Essential Requirements

2 years post qualification experience, GMC registered. Previous expert witness experience not essential.

About Carter Brown:

Carter Brown are a leading UK expert witness assessment service, known for providing high-quality reports to local authorities and solicitors within family and criminal court proceedings.

We are seeking experienced Psychiatrists nationwide to join our service and complete reports for family and criminal court proceedings. Our associate psychologists are regularly commissioned to provide expert opinions in order to inform the Court’s decision making around the psychological needs of children, adolescents and adults. We are especially looking for psychologists who are able to assess children and adolescents.

Our associates are self-employed contractors and this work is compatible with full-time / part-time employment, offering significant flexibility alongside the opportunity to work within areas of special interest. You’ll be expected to manage your own time effectively and complete assessments to a high standard.

We are able to provide you with the support, training and consultation you will need for an independent role through a fully managed workload and a dedicated administration team.

What we can offer you

Access to a high number and range of assessments nationwide – we receive over 450 psychological referrals monthly.

Flexible working arrangements - you will have full control over the volume and types of assessments you accept through us which match your expertise, availability and travel requirements. A number of our associate psychologists complete work through us alongside their full time employment.

Guaranteed payment terms within 45 days - removing the hassle of direct chasing and delayed/non-payment.

A dedicated Case Handler who will provide administrative support for all your cases.

Proofreading of your reports by our in house Quality Assurance department.

Access to regular free training opportunities to support you with your CPD.

Guidance from our knowledgeable teams on how to hone your skills to expert witness work.

Access to peer review, support and advice.

Fast track registration with our Recruitment Team.