▷ (Apply Now) Consultant Psychiatrist, Adult ADHD...

The Salary scale for this job is £105,504 - £139,882

This job attracts the following remuneration package for the successful external applicant:

£8,000 - Relocation Allowance (if applicable)

We are looking for an enthusiastic consultant psychiatrist to join a well-established and experienced adult ADHD service which has been providing high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment since 2011.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an Outstanding trust with an agenda-setting neurodiversity strategy and a commitment to equality and diversity. A passion for research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement would make any candidate a good fit for a team that aims to provide the best care for people with ADHD.

Candidates with experience of working with people with neurodiversity are encouraged to apply. We will consider applications from good candidates with no formal ADHD experience, as we have significant experience in training people in Adult ADHD and Autism.

We are a friendly and caring multidisciplinary team who support each other and would welcome the new skills and ideas any successful candidate would bring.

Main duties of the job

• The role will focus on the assessment of patients for suitability for ADHD medication, assessment of comorbidities, initiation and titration of ADHD medications, and review of patients.
  
• The team receives substantial referrals, but cases are allocated when patients reach the top of a waiting list.
  
• The caseload consists of patients actively being seen for ADHD medication titration.
  
• Providing some diagnostic assessments for Adult ADHD.
  
• Managing complex cases requiring a consultant.
  
• Providing clinical leadership of the team, including supervision of SAS doctors and NMPs, alongside other consultants.
  
• Assessing referrals and admissions.
  
• Developing care plans and treatment formulations, providing guidance on evidence-based treatment.
  
• Collaborating with other services and agencies, especially primary care and ICB colleagues on ADHD prescribing matters.
  
• Supporting the broader Neuropsychology service with leadership and advice, including supporting colleagues in the Autism Diagnostic Team.
  
• Engaging in multidisciplinary, multi-agency, and partnership working.
  
• Signposting patients with other mental health needs.
  
  About us
  
  The ADHD pathway of the Adult Autism and ADHD Service provides diagnostic assessments and medication management for adults with a Berkshire GP. We are a small but well-established team working across Berkshire, operating out of 25 Erleigh Road in Reading. We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals, capable of autonomously prescribing medication and providing leadership and supervision within the team.
  
  We receive new referrals from GPs and other health professionals. Our pathways for diagnostic assessment and medication management are separate, with a focus on initiation, titration, and review of medication. Due to increased referral rates, we are looking for a candidate who can think critically and innovatively to improve our service.
  
  Our team is part of the Children, Families and All-Age directorate. Young people transition into our team from the Children and Young People's ADHD Service. We also maintain close working relationships with colleagues in Adult Mental Health. Our ADHD clients may access other services, such as CMHT or CHRTT, while receiving treatment from us.
  
  Job responsibilities
  
  Clinical duties of the post holder
  
  
• Focus on assessment of patients for ADHD medication suitability, comorbidities, medication initiation and titration, and patient review.
  
• Manage a caseload of patients actively being seen for medication titration.
  
• Provide diagnostic assessments for Adult ADHD.
  
• Manage complex cases requiring a consultant.
  
• Provide clinical leadership, including supervision of SAS doctors and NMPs.
  
• Assess referrals and admissions.
  
• Develop care plans and treatment formulations, providing guidance on evidence-based treatment.
  
• Collaborate with other services and agencies, especially primary care and ICB colleagues, regarding ADHD prescribing.
  
• Support the broader Neuropsychology service with leadership and advice, including supporting colleagues in the Autism Diagnostic Team.
  
• Engage in multidisciplinary, multi-agency, and partnership working.
  
  Person Specification
  
  Qualifications
  
  
• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  
• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management.
  
• Additional clinical qualifications.
  
  Disclosure and Barring Service Check
  
  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to screen for any criminal convictions.
  
  Position: Consultant Psychiatrist, Rehab and Adult ADHD
  
  Full-time, flexible working, home or remote working options available.
  
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