We are seeking dedicated Paediatricians who share our core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to join our growing team.
About the Role:
As a Paediatrician specialising in autism assessments for children and adolescents aged 5-18, your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate children undergoing autism assessments.
- Observing the child/young person during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
- Reviewing ADOS reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and school 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.
- Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to DSM-5 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.
Our Clinics:
- Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
- Remote assessments.
- Other options available like hybrid, depending on your location.
- Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.
- Free CPD opportunities and training for further neurodevelopmental assessments, such as ADHD.
What We’re Looking For:
- GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
- CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry preferred, but not essential.
- Expertise and confidence in autism spectrum disorder ASD and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people.
- 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 for every child and young person.
What We Offer:
- Flexible working hours, with availability 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, including gaining certification for assessments like ADOS-2.
- Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.
- Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.
- A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children, young people, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.
If this sounds like you, then please get in contact at recruitment@psicon.co.uk or call the Psicon Recruitment Team on 01227 202155 for more information.
