Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Neurodevelopmental Services

Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Neurodevelopmental Services

Reports to

Clinical Director

Salary

Competitive

Location

Basingstoke - Hybrid/Remote (with occasional travel to office as required)

Hours

Full-time/Part-time PermanentSkylight Psychiatry is a CQC-registered independent healthcare provider delivering specialist neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment services across England.We provide evidence-based, person-centred care for individuals with ADHD, Autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions through digitally enabled clinical pathways supported by multidisciplinary teams and robust clinical governance frameworks.Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our clinical team and provide senior clinical leadership within our neurodevelopmental pathway..Role PurposeThe Consultant Psychiatrist is a senior clinical role responsible for delivering high-quality adult neurodevelopmental assessments and providing medical oversight within the service.Key ResponsibilitiesConducting adult ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments in line with DSM-5 and NICE guidanceCompleting diagnostic documentation and reports within agreed service timeframesInitiating and overseeing ADHD medication management and titration where clinically indicatedProviding senior clinical oversight for complex or escalated cases within the pathwayProviding formal clinical supervision and oversight to Specialty Doctors and other non-consultant grade cliniciansParticipating in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical discussionsContributing to clinical governance activities including audit, incident review and quality improvement initiativesSupporting the ongoing development of clinical pathways and service deliveryExpected clinical activity is a minimum of four comprehensive diagnostic assessments per week, alongside associated documentation, supervision, governance and service development activities.Person SpecificationEssentialGMC registered Consultant PsychiatristCCT in General Adult Psychiatry or Learning Disability PsychiatrySection 12 approval (or eligibility)Demonstrable experience in ADHD and/or Autism assessment and managementStrong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and clinical governanceExperience working within multidisciplinary teamsStrong communication skills and digital literacyDesirableExperience working within neurodevelopmental assessment servicesExperience contributing to service development or pathway designUnderstanding of CQC regulatory frameworksLeadership, medical management or quality improvement training

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and growth within the serviceAnnual salary review25 days annual leave.Pension scheme offeredBirthday off as additional leaveWork related electronic devices providedPlease submit both your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for this role. Please note that due to the high volume of applications anticipated, we will be unable to contact all applicants individually unless shortlisted. If you have not been contacted within a month of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you.At Skylight Psychiatry, we are committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. We recognise that diverse teams encourage creativity and productivity, so we warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Together, we create an environment that values and celebrates diversity!

Job Types

Full-time/Part-time Permanent

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Basingstoke, RG24 8AG.