Remote Consultant Psychiatrist - Medical Cannabis Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a Remote Consultant Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team at Montu UK. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in assessing and managing patients exploring medical cannabis treatment options. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of medical cannabis treatment in the UK within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality care for patients seeking medical cannabis treatment.
• Conduct patient consultations, including assessment and ongoing management.
• Engage in clinical outcome data collection to support evidence-based practices.
• Contribute to clinical governance and maintain robust patient care standards.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including nurses and pharmacists.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development, including bespoke specialist training in cannabis-based medicines (CBMPs).

Requirements

• Full GMC Registration.
• Completion of Specialist Training (CCST/CCT) or equivalent certification.
• On the GMC Specialist Register for Psychiatry.
• Demonstrated interest in alternative therapies.
• Willingness to participate in data collection and reporting.

Nice to Have

• Experience in telemedicine or remote consultations.
• Familiarity with cannabis-based treatment protocols.
• Previous work in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive salary: £190,000 – £210,000 FTE, pro rata for part-time roles.
• Flexible working: Full-time or part-time options available.
• Comprehensive indemnity coverage: Montu will cover all professional and clinical indemnity insurance for your work with us.
• Work-life balance: No night shifts or on-call requirements.
• Cutting-edge training: Access to CPD accredited medical cannabis education and specialist in-house training from industry leaders.
• Collaborative environment: Join a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
• Personal growth: Be part of a pioneering field and shape the future of medical cannabis care in the UK.

Training & Development

• Attendance at a recognised Medical Cannabis Course for Specialist Physicians (sponsored by Montu).
• Specialist training delivered by experts, including Prof Anup Mathew (Consultant Psychiatrist) and Dr Gerard Sinovich (Pain Management Consultant).
• Ongoing support and training on clinical protocols, prescribing practices, and Montu’s system usage.

Working Arrangements

This is a remote role with flexible working hours and days. Each standard session consists of 4 hours of patient consultations. Clinicians can choose their preferred working days and hours, with sessions spread flexibly if needed. To support onboarding, clinicians are required to commit to a minimum of 2 sessions per week (8 hours initially) to ensure they become proficient with Montu’s platform.

About Montu

Montu UK is a leading digital health company specialising in cannabis-based medicines (CBPM). We are committed to transforming lives by improving access to safe, effective treatments and offering an exceptional standard of care. Our dynamic and supportive work environment is the perfect place for you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.