Adult ASD Assessor- Independent Clinician Network
Psicon Ltd
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Canterbury
Contract type: Full time
We are seeking dedicated clinicians who are experienced in undertaking adult ASD assessments and diagnosis.
All Psicon associate ASD Assessors will need to hold GMC registration or HCPC registration and can be from ether of the following clinical backgrounds – Adult Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist.
About The Role
As an Adult ASD Assessor specialising in Autism assessments for individuals 18+yrs old your responsibilities will include:
All Psicon associate ASD Assessors will need to hold GMC registration or HCPC registration and can be from ether of the following clinical backgrounds – Adult Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist.
About The Role
As an Adult ASD Assessor 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 a 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.
- Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
- Remote work and face to face clients.
- Other options available such as hybrid/face to face, depending on your location.
- Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.
- GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice or HCPC registers Clinical Psychologist.
- 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.
- Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
- Face to Face or Remote work available.
- Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
- Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
- Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.
- A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of our clients, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.
- For further information please email [email protected] or call the Psicon Recruitment Team on 0330 8383 106 for more information.
- Should you wish to discuss any reasonable adjustments or assistance you might need in the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team and we will do our best to support you.
- Please note, Psicon operate a ‘safer recruitment’ policy and will require candidates to undergo full referencing (covering a 3-year period), an enhanced DBS check, provide evidence of up-to-date mandatory training, the right to live and work in the UK as well as appropriate indemnity insurance for working in a self-employed capacity.
- GMC registered clinicians will also be required to provide the details of their Responsible Officer, evidence of up-to-date appraisal and revalidation
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