About this role
Job summary
The Consultant Psychiatrist is a senior clinical role responsible for delivering high-quality adult neurodevelopmental assessments and providing medical oversight within the service.
Main duties of the job
Conducting adult ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments in line with DSM-5 and NICE guidance
Completing diagnostic documentation and reports within agreed service timeframes
Initiating and overseeing ADHD medication management and titration where clinically indicated
Providing senior clinical oversight for complex or escalated cases within the pathway
Providing formal clinical supervision and oversight to Specialty Doctors and other non-consultant grade clinicians
Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical discussions
Contributing to clinical governance activities including audit, incident review and quality improvement initiatives
Supporting the ongoing development of clinical pathways and service delivery
Expected clinical activity is a minimum of four comprehensive diagnostic assessments per week, alongside associated documentation, supervision, governance and service development activities.
About us
Skylight Psychiatry is a CQC-registered independent healthcare provider delivering specialist neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment services across England.We provide evidence-based, person-centred care for individuals with ADHD, Autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions through digitally enabled clinical pathways supported by multidisciplinary teams and robust clinical governance frameworks.Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our clinical team and provide senior clinical leadership within our neurodevelopmental pathway..
Job description Job responsibilities
Role Purpose
The Consultant Psychiatrist is a senior clinical role responsible for delivering high-quality adult neurodevelopmental assessments and providing medical oversight within the service.
Key Responsibilities
Conducting adult ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments in line with DSM-5 and NICE guidance
Completing diagnostic documentation and reports within agreed service timeframes
Initiating and overseeing ADHD medication management and titration where clinically indicated
Providing senior clinical oversight for complex or escalated cases within the pathway
Providing formal clinical supervision and oversight to Specialty Doctors and other non-consultant grade clinicians
Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical discussions
Contributing to clinical governance activities including audit, incident review and quality improvement initiatives
Supporting the ongoing development of clinical pathways and service delivery
Expected clinical activity is a minimum of four comprehensive diagnostic assessments per week, alongside associated documentation, supervision, governance and service development activities.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Section 12 approval (or eligibility) Demonstrable experience in ADHD and/or Autism assessment and management Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and clinical governance Experience working within multidisciplinary teams Strong communication skills and digital literacy
Desirable
Experience working within neurodevelopmental assessment services Experience contributing to service development or pathway design Understanding of CQC regulatory frameworks Leadership, medical management or quality improvement training
Qualifications Essential
GMC registered Consultant Psychiatrist CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or Learning Disability Psychiatry
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Skylight Psychiatry
Address Skylight Psychiatry
Manor House, Lutyens Close
Lychpit
BASINGSTOKE
Hampshire
RG24 8AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.skylightpsychiatry.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)