Consultant Psychiatrist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Conduct comprehensive, evidence-based assessments for adults with ADHD.

• Utilize DSM-5 criteria, structured assessment tools, clinical judgment, and NICE guidelines to make diagnostic determinations.

• Examine referral details, pertinent records, developmental history, and collateral information.

• Evaluate differential diagnoses, coexisting conditions, and clinical risks.

• Verify informed consent, assess capacity, and determine suitability for remote consultations.

• Recognize and address safeguarding concerns and immediate clinical risks.

• Convey diagnostic results with sensitivity and suggest appropriate next steps.

• Generate precise diagnostic reports and outcome letters within established timelines.

• Engage in communication with patients, GPs, and other relevant professionals as necessary.

• Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical governance, audits, quality assurance, and peer reviews.

⛳️ Requirements

• Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in the NHS.

• Registered with the GMC and possess a valid licence to practice.

• Listed on the Specialist Register.

• Capable of providing current documentation as per clinical competence requirements.

• Proven training and experience in the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD in adults.

• Keen interest in digital health, clinical informatics, and innovative working methods.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong time management, planning, and prioritization abilities.

• Detail-oriented, capable of effectively processing intricate information with consistency and accuracy.

• Private and secure workspace equipped with reliable internet access.

• Dedication to safeguarding practices.

• Successful completion of required background checks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible, mutually agreed upon session timings.

• Competitive rates for sessions.

• Fully remote working arrangement.

• Participation in the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

• Commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace.

• Provision of necessary safeguarding training.

• Support for background checks and safeguarding processes.