ADHD Clinical Lead UK - remote ·

Psychiatry UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of digital psychiatry services in the UK is seeking an Adult ADHD Clinical Lead. This role involves extensive clinical experience and senior management expertise, focusing on quality governance, team management, and operational oversight to enhance patient care. The position offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality mental health services.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of clinical governance and regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership skills to manage clinical teams.
• Strong communication abilities for collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical services ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Provide clinical direction and support to the specialist team.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and mentoring clinical staff.

Skills

Clinical governance

Leadership

Communication

Crisis management

Evidence-based practices

Data analytics

Education

Medical Degree

Postgraduate qualifications (MRCPsych or equivalent)

Job description

Adult ADHD Clinical Lead

United Kingdom (Remote)

Reporting to: Medical Director

Contract Type: Permanent/Full or Part-time - 32-40 hours per week

Location: Home-based/various UK meeting locations as required

Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 3rd June*

About Us:

Psychiatry UK is the UK’s leading provider of digital psychiatry services, working both privately and with the NHS to support children, teenagers, and adults with expert, patient-centred care.

A career with Psychiatry UK allows you to expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and gain valuable life experience—all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote full or part-time role. As part of a leading online mental health service, you'll collaborate with innovative, forward-thinking professionals in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to making a real difference.

Job Summary

The ADHD Clinical Lead role requires extensive clinical experience in mental health, along with senior medical management expertise within a complex healthcare setting. The individual will demonstrate proven ability to supervise clinical teams, manage performance, and actively engage in clinical audits or quality improvement initiatives.

The ADHD Clinical Lead will dedicate their time to quality governance, leadership responsibilities, and operational oversight to ensure comprehensive team support and effective service delivery.

As our ADHD Clinical Lead, you will:

• Quality and Safety Oversight: Oversee clinical services for patients, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Responsible for developing and implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes, with regular evaluations to maintain high standards. Chair service governance meetings to ensure effectiveness.
• Clinical Leadership: Provide clinical direction and support to the specialist team. Supervise clinicians, offer guidance on clinical protocols and best practices, and foster a collaborative environment. Report regularly to the Clinical Director on service developments, quality metrics, and team challenges, ensuring alignment with Psychiatry UK’s strategic goals.
• Team Management: Participate in recruiting, training, and mentoring clinical staff. Conduct and chair regular MDT meetings to review cases, share insights, and promote team collaboration. Monitor the quality of work of new consultants, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Clinical Operational Oversight: Oversee operational aspects of clinical services, ensuring processes align with organizational objectives to optimize patient care pathways. Manage resource allocation and workflow to maintain efficient, patient-centered services.
• Service Development and Transformation: Drive initiatives to foster innovation and improve service delivery. Collaborate with clinical staff, the Clinical Director, and external stakeholders to introduce evidence-based strategies and interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes and engagement.
• Performance Management: Monitor clinician performance, address areas for improvement, and provide constructive feedback, support, and targeted interventions to maintain and elevate service quality.
• Clinical Capacity: Work with the team to expand clinical capacity, ensuring resources and staffing levels meet patient needs while maintaining high standards of care.
• Engagement and Collaboration: Build strong working relationships with clinical staff and collaborate closely with the Clinical Director. Engage with external partners to improve care pathways and advocate for patient needs.

To succeed as our ADHD Clinical Lead, you will be:

A highly skilled and experienced medical professional with a Medical Degree and postgraduate qualifications (MRCPsych or equivalent). You will possess Full GMC Registration with a license to practice, including inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of clinical governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management in mental health services.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills to manage, inspire, and develop clinical teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration with colleagues, stakeholders, and patients.
• Expertise in high-pressure decision-making, complex problem-solving, and crisis management.
• Proficient in evidence-based practices for ADHD and general mental health disorders.
• Strategic and adaptable approach to workload planning, clinical innovation, and evolving service models.
• Advanced understanding of epidemiology, healthcare evaluation, and statistical analysis.
• Skilled in data analytics, project management, and staff development initiatives.
• Competent in IT systems, clinical databases, and electronic health records.
• Committed to mentoring, education, and continuous quality improvement in mental healthcare.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Teaching qualifications or experience in delivering clinical education.
• Research experience with publications or conference presentations in mental health.
• A senior management degree (e.g., MBA or equivalent).
• Experience in service development and healthcare transformation projects.
• Proficiency in budget management and resource allocation.
• Advanced knowledge of epidemiology, healthcare evaluation, and statistical analysis in mental health.
• Proficiency in data analytics for performance improvement and service delivery.
• Proven project management skills, including change management and staff development.
• Experience in designing and implementing clinical risk management and safeguarding protocols.
• Expertise in mentoring and leading teams in clinical and educational settings.
• Familiarity with IT systems, including clinical databases, electronic health records, and reporting software.