Adult Psychiatrist (Autism) - Independent Clinician Network
For your application to be considered please apply using our website or contact Ali.Law@psicon.co.uk directly
https://www.psicon.co.uk/careers
We are seeking dedicated Adult Psychiatrists who share our core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to join our growing team in Canterbury and Basingstoke.
Main duties of the job
As an Adult Psychiatrist specialising in Autism assessments for individuals 18+yrs old your responsibilities will include:
* Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate patients undergoing autism 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 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
* Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
* Delivering face to face assessments in our Basingstoke or Canterbury Clinics.
* Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.
Person Specification
Experience
* GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
* CCT in Adult Psychiatry preferred but not essential.
* Expertise and confidence in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) 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) 1975 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.
£300 a sessionAccommodation and Travel Included
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time,Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working
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