Clinical Psychologist

Description:

Psicon Ltd is seeking dedicated and passionate Clinical Psychologists to join their expanding Independent Clinician Network, providing crucial assessments and support for individuals undergoing Autism (ASD) and ADHD evaluations. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely or on-site, with opportunities across multiple locations in the United Kingdom.

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive ASD developmental histories using NICE guideline-compliant methods for both children and adults.

• Perform ADHD assessments and, if trained, conduct ADOS assessments.

• Work with children (3–18 years) and adults (18+), ensuring a compassionate, age-appropriate approach.

• Review ADOS reports, developmental histories, and collateral information from home, school, and observers.

• Formulate diagnoses, provide feedback sessions with families, and offer recommendations and signposting to relevant resources.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in planned clinics or cases requiring additional information.

• Produce detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours of assessments, adhering to DSM-5 criteria with administrative support for formatting and quality control.

• Request onward referrals as necessary, in alignment with local NHS Trust/ICB protocols.

Key Benefits and Opportunities:

• Flexible working days and hours (7 days a week, subject to the Working Time Directive).

• Competitive per-assessment rates (self-employed, outside IR35).

• Up to four appointments per day.

• Regular supervision, peer-to-peer support, and training opportunities including free CPD sessions.

• Full administrative support for scheduling and report writing.

Requirements:

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist.

• Strong experience in ASD and ADHD assessments across various age groups.

• Familiarity with a wide range of diagnostic tools.

• Commitment to values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.

• Right to live and work in the UK and appropriate indemnity insurance for self-employed capacity.

• Ability to undergo enhanced DBS checks and provide full referencing (3-year period).