Consultant Adult Psychiatrist - Independent Clinician Network

Consultant Adult Psychiatrist - Independent Clinician Network

We are seeking dedicated Consultant Adult Psychiatristswho share our core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to joinour growing team.

Please apply directly on our website using the supportedlinks URL or visit our careers page :

Main duties of the job

As an Adult Psychiatrist specialising in Autism & ADHD assessments for individuals 18+yrs old your responsibilities will include :

Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods / tools to evaluate patients undergoing autism assessments.

Conducting ADHD assessments.

Observing patients during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in an thorough but compassionate manner.

Reviewing reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and observer in the same session.

Formulating a diagnosis, concluding the assessment, and providing feedback to the family in a kind, age-appropriate, and compassionate manner, including recommendations and signposting to local / national resources.

Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in cases where further information is required and offering a separate follow-up session to conclude the diagnosis if needed.

Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to relevant criteria and report templates.

(Admin support for formatting and quality control is provided).

Requesting onward referrals as clinically necessary, in line with local NHS Trust / ICB protocols.

About us

Psicon is aspecialist neurodevelopmental service working both privately and with variousNHS trusts to provide autism and ADHD assessments.

We are an independentorganisation, but most of our work is for the NHS, whom we are proud tosupport.

Assessments are carried out by our team of associate clinicians from arange of clinical backgrounds, in satellite clinics across the country andremotely.

Psicon is committed to offering the best psychological support andhealthcare available.

We take an innovative approach to the delivery of ourservices and ensure that they are of the highest standards in the industry.

Job responsibilities

Our Clinics :

Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).

Other options available such as hybrid, depending on your location.

Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.

What We Offer :

Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).

Face to Face or Remote work available.

Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.

Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.

Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.

Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.

A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of our clients, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.

Person Specification

Experience

GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.

CCT in Adult Psychiatry required.

Expertise and confidence in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and / or ADHD assessments for adults.

Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.

A professional who embodies our values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.

Passionate about delivering clinical excellence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order)

• and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Full-time,Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working

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