ADHD Assessor Contractor

NHS

Main duties of the job

The Role

  • Assess adults and young people for ADHD, considering differential and/or co-occurring conditions to make diagnostic decisions.
  • Use clinical judgement and experience to make treatment decisions using highly developed skills and knowledge regarding the management of adults and young people with ADHD.
  • Exercise autonomous professional responsibility for diagnostic decision-making within competence, with supervision from Team Leads.
  • Formulate and implement plans for the treatment of clients
  • Ensure that the client's interests are fully considered within the context of their treatment plan, ensuring that all parties actively participate in ethical, shared decision-making, utilising a multidisciplinary team approach.
  • Complete risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.
  • Ensure accurate and timely client records are kept on the clinical platform. Reports should be written professionally and completed within expected timeframes.
  • Make recommendations on any additional assessments or interventions required (as appropriate) for the client within the report.
  • Work closely with the senior leadership team on the further development of the ADHD pathways.
  • Provide consultation and training to other members of staff to develop skills in this area of expertise.
  • Maintain registration with the appropriate governing body, NMC/HCPC.
  • Access regular clinical supervision, management supervision, NMP supervision and multi-disciplinary team meetings/case discussions.

About us

Our team at ProblemShared is growing, we are on a mission to provide exceptional care, and we have opportunities available to join our supportive and collaborative team. We truly believe that you can do the best work of your career with us and have a meaningful impact on the patients we support. We combine People, Data and Technology, we empower individuals to take the next step in their mental health or neurodevelopmental journey.

**INTERVIEWS ARE HELD ON AN ONGOING BASIS-DON'T DELAY, APPLY TODAY**

About Us

The digital healthcare landscape is exciting and ever-changing. We have a depth of knowledge in our own team; working at the forefront of change, you will be surrounded by talented and supported colleagues and leaders.

Striving for excellence and best-in-class clinical service is at the heart of our team, where learning and CPD are integral.

Our community of experts have created an environment of knowledge sharing, and we have access to the key voices in the world of neurodevelopmental excellence.

ProblemShared has created strong partnerships servicing several NHS, university, and insurer contracts to deliver high-quality ADHD and Autism assessments, as well as assessments for learning differences.

We offer wrap-around care in the form of psychoeducation, prescribing, educational navigation, and therapy sessions all under one roof.

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Job

Seeking Contractors to join our team immediately, fully remote- UK-based, £300 per assessment

Our team at ProblemShared is growing, we are on a mission to provide exceptional care, and we have opportunities available to join our supportive and collaborative team.

We truly believe that you can do the best work of your career with us and have a meaningful impact on the patients we support.

We combine People, Data and Technology, we empower individuals to take the next step in their mental health or neurodevelopmental journey.

About Us

The digital healthcare landscape is exciting and ever-changing. We have a depth of knowledge in our own team; working at the forefront of change, you will be surrounded by talented and supported colleagues and leaders.

Striving for excellence and best-in-class clinical service is at the heart of our team, where learning and CPD are integral.

Our community of experts have created an environment of knowledge sharing, and we have access to the key voices in the world of neurodevelopmental excellence.

ProblemShared has created strong partnerships servicing several NHS, university, and insurer contracts to deliver high-quality ADHD and Autism assessments, as well as assessments for learning differences. We offer wrap-around care in the form of psychoeducation, prescribing, educational navigation, and therapy sessions all under one roof.

The Role

  • Assess adults and young people for ADHD, considering differential and/or co-occurring conditions to make diagnostic decisions.
  • Use clinical judgement and experience to make treatment decisions using highly developed skills and knowledge regarding the management of adults and young people with ADHD.
  • Exercise autonomous professional responsibility for diagnostic decision-making within competence, with supervision from Team Leads.
  • Formulate and implement plans for the treatment of clients
  • Ensure that the client's interests are fully considered within the context of their treatment plan, ensuring that all parties actively participate in ethical, shared decision-making, utilising a multidisciplinary team approach.
  • Complete risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.
  • Ensure accurate and timely client records are kept on the clinical platform. Reports should be written professionally and completed within expected timeframes.
  • Make recommendations on any additional assessments or interventions required as appropriate to the client within the report.
  • Work closely with the senior leadership team on the further development of the ADHD pathways.
  • Provide consultation and training to other members of staff to develop skills in this area of expertise.
  • Maintain registration with the appropriate governing body, NMC/HCPC.
  • Access regular clinical supervision, management supervision, NMP supervision and multi-disciplinary team meetings/case discussions.

Requirements:

  • Current NMC or HCPC registration with no restrictions on practice.
  • Registered nurse or allied health professional with experience in assessing and autonomously diagnosing ADHD.
  • Relevant knowledge and experience of ADHD treatments.
  • Right to work in the UK and a UK home address.
  • Relevant experience in carrying out remote assessments.
  • Ability to work effectively to manage own caseload.
  • Good knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of ADHD
  • A redacted ADHD assessment report must be provided prior to the interview.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience of working with both CYPs and Adults with ADHD.
  • Knowledge of relevant screening tools, e.g. DIVA/ADHDRS/Conners.
  • Independent Non-Medical Prescribing V300 qualification.

Our Recruitment Process and Next Steps:

At ProblemShared, we see beyond just your CV. We're genuinely excited about who you are, your potential, and the unique qualities you bring to our team.

We also recognise that life outside of work is important, which is why we prioritise being a flexible employer.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident Committed employer and celebrate diversity and are ambitious in creating a recruitment process that allows everyone to shine and showcase theirunique qualities.

We offer tailored opportunities and adjustments to help each individual reach their full potential.

  • Once we review your CV, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to learn more about your experience and motivations.
  • The next step is to meet with our clinical team, who will take you through an interview to allow you to demonstrate your ability and suitability for the role. If successful, we will move to an offer of employment and pre-employment checks

We know that applying for a new role and considering a new team to join can be a daunting process. If you have never worked remotely before, this can also generate a lot of questions regarding the environment and ways of working. We aim to make your experience with us as informative and enjoyable as possible.

Please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you!

ADHD Contractor - ProblemShared

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Requirements:
  • Current NMC or HCPC registration with no restrictions on practice.
  • Registered nurse or allied health professional with experience in assessing and autonomously diagnosing ADHD.
  • Relevant knowledge and experience of ADHD treatments.
  • Right to work in the UK and a UK home address.
  • Relevant experience in carrying out remote assessments.
  • Ability to work effectively to manage own caseload.
  • Good knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of ADHD
  • A redacted ADHD assessment report must be provided prior to the interview.
  • Desirable Criteria
  • Experience of working with both CYPs and Adults with ADHD.
  • Knowledge of relevant screening tools, e.g. DIVA/ADHDRS/Conners.
  • Independent Non-Medical Prescribing V300 qualification.

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

ProblemShared

Address

2 Frederick Street

London

WC1X 0ND

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