Rewarding Medical Officer in ADHD Role

Job Title: Medical Officer – ADHD Specialist No previous neurodevelopmental experience required, training in-house provided

Location: West Midlands

Full time/Part time: Full-time

Sector: Adult ADHD Assessments, NHS Commissioned Referrals for Private Service

Clinician Type: Medical Officer – Doctors - ST1-8 or Staff Grade / Specialty Doctor Rate: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent Right to Work: VISA Sponsorship, VISA Switching Sponsor and relocation packages available

Introduction

Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of adults with ADHD while achieving a better work/life balance? If so, please read on, as we are in need of a Specialist Medical Officer interested in neurodevelopmental assessments and prescribing on an exciting contract for one of Livingwell's clients.

About the Service

Our client is a Care Quality Commission (CQC)-regulated service experiencing further growth in their ADHD offerings. The service consists of a team of skilled practitioners with a diverse range of qualifications and experience. They provide holistic and responsive services in partnership with the NHS in the West Midlands, understanding and addressing the individual needs of patients.

Benefits of the Role

• Flexible Working: Opportunity to work full-time or part-time with flexible hours, including potential evening and weekend assessments.

• Training and Development: Onboarding and shadowing opportunities to integrate seamlessly into the role. Doctors with minimal ADHD experience are welcomed and supported to flourish, including preparation for CASC exams and advancing clinical skills.

• CASC Pathway Support: Gain valuable experience and build a portfolio of evidence to prepare for CASC (Clinical Assessment of Skills and Competencies) exams. Support includes guidance for those looking to advance their careers in psychiatry.

• Career Progression: Options to gain experience in ADHD, autism and comorbidity management, with exposure to broader services such as cardiac and mental health.

• Visa Sponsorship: Support for overseas candidates with visa sponsorship, including relocation packages, accommodation assistance and application guidance.

• Additional Opportunities: Possibility to earn overtime through waiting list initiatives within the 48-hour work week legislation.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes private health insurance, pension scheme and support for career development.

• Supportive Environment: Work closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist, local GPs, crisis teams and a multidisciplinary team including social workers.

Main Duties

• Conduct comprehensive holistic ADHD assessments for adults with suspected ADHD.

• Perform reassessments for adults previously diagnosed with ADHD, identifying any co-morbidities.

• Offer ADHD medication follow-up appointments, including monitoring treatment response and assessing side effects.

• Prescribe and titrate medication within the scope of practice, following initiation by a senior clinician and completion of necessary training.

• Assess the impact of ADHD, consider differential or co-occurring conditions and conduct risk assessments.

• Provide post-diagnostic advice, psychoeducation and support.

• Complete physical observations as part of medication treatment (e.g., height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, ECGs and blood samples).

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records on Trust electronic systems.

• Collaborate with the wider team to recommend additional assessments or interventions.

• Devise management plans with individual service users.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualifications for the role.

• Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training.

• Ability to prescribe medication.