Position Summary

The Consultant Psychiatrist (Prenatal / Perinatal Mental Health) provides specialist psychiatric care to women during pre‑conception, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. The role focuses on assessment, diagnosis, and management of mental health conditions unique to or exacerbated during the perinatal period. The consultant works closely with obstetrics, maternal‑fetal medicine, neonatology, psychology, and midwifery teams to deliver safe, evidence‑based, family‑centred care aligned with DHA regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment and management for women pre‑pregnancy, during pregnancy, and postpartum
• Diagnose and treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and psychosis
• Manage complex cases involving psychotropic medication use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Conduct risk assessments, crisis intervention...