Please apply directly on our website using the following link, which will allow us to capture all your information on our recruitment system:
https://www.psicon.co.uk/careers
Main duties of the job
We are seeking dedicated Paediatricians who share our core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to join us onsite in Dorchester.
About us
Psicon 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.
Job responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate children undergoing autism and ADHD assessments.
* Observe the child/young person during sessions, asking questions in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
* Review ADOS reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and school during the same session.
* Formulate diagnoses, conclude assessments, and provide feedback to families in a kind, age-appropriate, and compassionate manner, including recommendations and signposting to resources.
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) for further information and offer follow-up sessions as needed.
* Produce high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to DSM-5 criteria and report templates, with admin support for formatting and quality control.
* Request onward referrals as clinically necessary, following local NHS Trust/ICB protocols.
Our Clinics:
* Up to four appointments per day between 9 am and 5 pm, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
* Weekend availability
* Free CPD opportunities and training for further neurodevelopmental assessments, such as ADHD.
What We Offer:
* Flexible working hours, available 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
* Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
* Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
* Training opportunities.
* Full administrative support for scheduling and report writing.
* Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.
* A unique opportunity to positively impact children, young people, and their families navigating neurodiversity.
Additional Information / Contacting Us
* For further information, please email recruitment@psicon.co.uk or call the Psicon Recruitment Team on 01227 202155.
* If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance during the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team.
* Psicon operates a safer recruitment policy, requiring full referencing (covering 3 years), an enhanced DBS check, evidence of mandatory training, proof of right to work in the UK, and appropriate indemnity insurance for self-employed work.
* GMC registered clinicians must provide Responsible Officer details, evidence of up-to-date appraisal, and revalidation.
Person Specification
Experience
* GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
* CCT in Paediatrics preferred but not essential.
* Expertise and confidence in ASD and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people.
* Ability to travel to the site for face-to-face work.
* Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.
* A professional embodying trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.
* Passionate about delivering clinical excellence for every child and young person.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required for any previous criminal convictions.
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