We are a specialist ADHD diagnosis and treatment clinic operating throughout the United Kingdom. We provide bespoke assessment and treatment packages 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 provide bespoke assessment and treatment packages that are aimed at helping patients reach their full potential.
In addition to joining a team committed to supporting its staff as well 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.
* Invite to full 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. 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 adults 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 adults 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 adults 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 prescriptions are written as per legal requirements for controlled and non-controlled drugs and recorded in the Chrysalis Log, following the Quality Assurance Process in line with ADHD360 policy and procedures.
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. Recognise and report clinical incidents and near misses to your team lead to support the culture of continuous learning and improvement.
12. Be accountable for ensuring that mandatory training and clinical supervision is completed and sustains independent prescribing status. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is expected, and the post holder should expect to have responsibility for their learning whilst also engaging in CPD events provided by ADHD360.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Qualified nurse, current UK registration and PIN with the NMC (Essential)
* Qualified Non-medical Prescriber (NMP) with current registration (Essential)
* Specialist ADHD Nurse with experience (Desirable)
* Ability to work unsupervised and independently within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (Essential)
* Expert level of understanding of the pharmaceutical treatment options for ADHD (Desirable)
* Demonstrable ability to connect with and provide support for adults and young people.
* Familiarity with EPR systems.
* Willingness to learn and follow clinic standards of practice.
* Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
* Sufficient IT skills to undertake a remote post with virtual assessments.
* Ability to work alongside others within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
* Professional approach consistent with regulatory body expectations.
* 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. All employees are required to act in ways that safeguard the health and wellbeing of those they may come into contact with during their work. To fulfil these duties, you will be required to participate in appropriate mandatory training to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to respond to them. All employees must adhere to local and national safeguarding policies and guidance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Mental Health Nurse, Adult Nurse, or Paediatric Nurse (2 years post qualifying)
* ADHD experience
* Mental health experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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