We are a specialist ADHD diagnosis and treatment clinic operating throughout the United Kingdom. We are more than a diagnosis service. We provide bespoke assessment and treatment packages that are aimed at helping patients reach their full potential. As an integral part of our organisation, The ADHD Clinician (non-medical prescriber) will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, formulating and monitoring treatment plans. You will possess a strong understanding of evidence-based practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting, providing essential services to individuals seeking support for ADHD.
Main duties of the job
Working from home/remote carrying out patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
About us
We are a specialist ADHD diagnosis and treatment clinic operating throughout the United Kingdom. We are more than a diagnosis service. We provide bespoke assessment and treatment packages that are aimed at helping patients reach their full potential.
In addition to joining a team that is as committed to supporting its staff as those who access the service, you will receive the following:
* Up to 28 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus bank holidays and additional birthday leave.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Regular supervision and feedback opportunities.
* Dedicated administration support.
* CPD opportunities to continually enhance your skill and knowledge.
* All technology needed for the role and to maintain connection to the rest of the team.
* Summer and winter organisation-wide social and learning events to maximise connectedness and professional relationship fellowship.
* Free access to our 4-berth luxury static caravan Chrysalis cottage, located in the Peak District, for a holiday.
Job responsibilities
Location: Home Based / Remote
Department: Clinical
Hours: 40 Hours per week To be confirmed at Interview
Job Summary:
Clinicians working with ADHD360 will be part of a dedicated team, committed to patient excellence and are expected to deliver treatment with passion, ownership, and commitment. As an integral part of our organisation, The ADHD Clinician will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, formulating, and monitoring treatment plans. You will possess a strong understanding of evidence-based practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting, providing essential services to individuals seeking support for ADHD.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Evaluate children and young people for ADHD, considering potential co-occurring conditions to inform diagnostic decisions.
2. Apply clinical judgment and experience to make treatment decisions, utilising advanced skills and knowledge in managing ADHD in children and young people.
3. Exercise independent professional responsibility for diagnostic decision-making within competence, whilst receiving monthly supervision from Team Leads.
4. Practice as a non-medical prescriber (independent/supplementary prescribing) to develop and implement treatment and titration plans, ensuring physical observations are obtained and reviewed (height, weight, blood pressure, and pulse) ensuring treatment decisions are safe and in accordance with NICE guidelines and organisational policies.
5. Support the patient throughout their treatment journey, conducting regular follow-ups for children under your care until they have reached stability and optimisation.
6. Perform patient risk assessments and review safeguarding needs in conjunction with treatment strategies during the patient journey.
7. Maintain accurate and timely client records on Chrysalis and associated clinical templates, adhering to professional requirements for accurate record keeping.
8. Ensure that the prescription is written as per legal requirements for controlled and non-controlled drugs and recorded in the Chrysalis Log.
9. Demonstrate a clear understanding and adherence to security in relation to prescription security and management.
10. Participate in regular line management supervision, supervised assessments, appraisals, and team meetings/case discussions.
11. Be accountable for ensuring that mandatory training and clinical supervision is completed and sustains independent prescribing status.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. Qualified nurse, current UK registration and PIN with the NMC (Essential)
2. Qualified Non-medical Prescriber (NMP) with current registration (Essential)
3. At least 2 years post qualification and experience of working with Children and young people (Essential)
4. Specialist ADHD Nurse with experience (Desirable)
5. Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients and their family.
6. Ability to work alongside others within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
7. Professional approach consistent with regulatory body expectations.
8. Excellent time management and ability to manage own workload.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
ADHD360 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all employees are required to act in such a way that always safeguards the health and wellbeing of children, young people, and adults that you may come into contact with during your work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Mental Health Nurse, Adult Nurse or Paediatric Nurse (2 years post qualifying).
* Experience of working with children and young people.
* ADHD experience.
* Mental health experience.
* CAMHS experience.
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.
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