Job Description

Please apply directly on our website using the following link, this will allow us to capture all of your information on our recruitment system:
https://www.psicon.co.uk/careers
Clinical Roles -Paediatrician - Independent Clinician Network
Main duties of the job
We are seeking dedicated Paediatricians who share our core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to join us onsite in Dorchester.
About us
Psicon is a specialist neurodevelopmental service working both privately and with various NHS trusts to provide autism and ADHD assessments. We are an independent organisation, but most of our work is for the NHS, whom we are proud to support. Assessments are carried out by our team of associate clinicians from a range of clinical backgrounds, in satellite clinics across the country and remotely. Psicon is committed to offering the best psychological support and healthcare available. We take an innovative approach to the delivery of our services and ensure that they are of the highest standards in the industry.
Date posted
17 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Sessional rates available
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A1363-25-0038
Job locations
The Children Centre
Damers Road
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 2LB
Job description
Job responsibilities

• As a Paediatrician specialising in Autism & ADHD assessments for children and adolescents aged 3-18, your responsibilities will include:
• Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate children undergoing autism and ADHD assessments.
• Observing the child/young person during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
• Reviewing ADOS reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and school in the same session.
• Formulating a diagnosis, concluding the assessment, and providing feedback to the family in a kind, age-appropriate, and compassionate manner, including recommendations and signposting to local/national resources.
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in cases where further information is required, and offering a separate follow-up session to conclude the diagnosis.
• Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to DSM-5 criteria and report templates. (Admin support for formatting and quality control is provided).
• Requesting onward referrals as clinically necessary, in line with local NHS Trust/ICB protocols.

Our Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day between 9am and 5pm, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Weekend availability
• Free CPD opportunities and training for further neurodevelopmental assessments, such as ADHD.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
• Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
• Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
• Training opportunities.
• Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.
• Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.
• A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children, young people, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.

Additional Information / Contacting Us

• For further information please emailrecruitment@psicon.co.ukor call the Psicon Recruitment Team on 01227 202155 for more information.
• Should you wish to discuss any reasonable adjustments or assistance you might need in the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team and we will do our best to support you.
• Please note, Psicon operate a safer recruitment policy and will require candidates to undergo full referencing (covering a 3-year period), an enhanced DBS check, provide evidence of up-to-date mandatory training, the right to live and work in the UK as well as appropriate indemnity insurance for working in a self-employed capacity.
• GMC registered clinicians will also be required to provide the details of their Responsible Officer, evidence of up-to-date appraisal and revalidation

Job description
Job responsibilities

• As a Paediatrician specialising in Autism & ADHD assessments for children and adolescents aged 3-18, your responsibilities will include:
• Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate children undergoing autism and ADHD assessments.
• Observing the child/young person during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
• Reviewing ADOS reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and school in the same session.
• Formulating a diagnosis, concluding the assessment, and providing feedback to the family in a kind, age-appropriate, and compassionate manner, including recommendations and signposting to local/national resources.
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in cases where further information is required, and offering a separate follow-up session to conclude the diagnosis.
• Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to DSM-5 criteria and report templates. (Admin support for formatting and quality control is provided).
• Requesting onward referrals as clinically necessary, in line with local NHS Trust/ICB protocols.

Our Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day between 9am and 5pm, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Weekend availability
• Free CPD opportunities and training for further neurodevelopmental assessments, such as ADHD.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
• Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
• Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
• Training opportunities.
• Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.
• Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.
• A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children, young people, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.

Additional Information / Contacting Us

• For further information please emailrecruitment@psicon.co.ukor call the Psicon Recruitment Team on 01227 202155 for more information.
• Should you wish to discuss any reasonable adjustments or assistance you might need in the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team and we will do our best to support you.
• Please note, Psicon operate a safer recruitment policy and will require candidates to undergo full referencing (covering a 3-year period), an enhanced DBS check, provide evidence of up-to-date mandatory training, the right to live and work in the UK as well as appropriate indemnity insurance for working in a self-employed capacity.
• GMC registered clinicians will also be required to provide the details of their Responsible Officer, evidence of up-to-date appraisal and revalidation

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• CCT in Paediatrics preferred, but not essential.
• Expertise and confidence in ASD and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people.
• Able to travel to site to undertake face to face work.
• Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.
• A professional who embodies our values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.
• Passionate about delivering clinical excellence for every child and young person.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• CCT in Paediatrics preferred, but not essential.
• Expertise and confidence in ASD and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people.
• Able to travel to site to undertake face to face work.
• Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.
• A professional who embodies our values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.
• Passionate about delivering clinical excellence for every child and young person.