Adult Psychiatrist

Job title:

Adult Psychiatrist

Company

NHS

Job description

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

• 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 usPsicon is a specialist neurodevelopmental service working both privately and with various NHS trusts to provide autism and ADHD assessments. We are an independent organisation, but most of our work is for the NHS, whom we are proud to support. Assessments are carried out by our team of associate clinicians from a range of clinical backgrounds, in satellite clinics across the country and remotely. Psicon is committed to offering the best psychological support and healthcare available. We take an innovative approach to the delivery of our services and ensure that they are of the highest standards in the industry.Date posted19 December 2024Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractBankWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote workingReference numberA1363-24-0014Job locations15 New Dover RoadCanterburyKentCT1 3ASJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Remote work.
• Other options available such as hybrid, depending on your location.
• Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.

Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Remote work.
• Other options available such as hybrid, depending on your location.
• Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.

Person SpecificationExperienceEssential

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• CCT in relevant field preferred, but not essential.
• 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.

Person SpecificationExperienceEssential

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• CCT in relevant field preferred, but not essential.
• 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.

Expected salary

Location

Canterbury

Job date

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:26:13 GMT

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