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Montrose Health Group Ltd; More; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote working enabled

Consultant-led governance

Flexible working

Job summary

Montrose Health Group is seeking an ADHD Prescriber (Independent Prescriber) to provide safe initiation, titration, and ongoing prescribing for children aged 7+, young people and adults. You will work within NICE NG87 and NHS standards, with MDT agreement and shared care arrangements with GPs.

The role supports hybrid and remote working, with a collaborative, consultant-led service and strong MDT involvement to ensure high-quality prescribing and ongoing governance.

Qualifications

• Registration with GMC/NMC/HCPC and independent prescribing.
• Minimum 1 year ADHD prescribing experience.
• Knowledge of NICE NG87 and Shared Care arrangements.
• Ability to work in hybrid/remote model.

Responsibilities

• Initiate ADHD medication following completed diagnostic assessment and MDT agreement.
• Prescribe and manage ADHD medications with structured titration and dose optimisation.
• Conduct 6‑monthly and annual reviews and monitor physical health data.
• Draft Shared Care Agreements and liaise with GPs and pharmacists.
• Maintain clear clinical records and ensure governance compliance.

Skills

Clinical governance

MDT collaboration

Communication skills

Independent prescribing

Education

GMC/NMC/HCPC registration

Independent Prescribing qualification

Tools

Electronic prescribing systems

FP10 prescriptions

Job description

ADHD PRESCRIBER

(Independent Prescriber)

Location

Hybrid / Remote

Montrose Health Group (Sheffield-based service)

Reports to

Medical Director / Clinical Lead

Contract

Sessional / Part-time / Full-time

Hybrid and remote working available

Role Purpose

The ADHD Prescriber is responsible for the safe initiation, titration, and ongoing prescribing of ADHD medication for children aged 7+, young people, and adults, following robust diagnostic assessment and MDT agreement. The role ensures prescribing is delivered in line with NICE NG87, CQC standards, and NHS expectations, including Right to Choose pathways and Shared Care arrangements with GPs.

Key Responsibilities

Prescribing & Medication Management

• Initiate ADHD medication following:
• Completed diagnostic assessment
• MDT discussion and agreement
• Prescribe and manage ADHD medications including (where clinically appropriate):
• Methylphenidate preparations
• Lisdexamfetamine
• Dexamfetamine
• Atomoxetine
• Guanfacine
• Undertake structured medication titration, including:
• Dose optimisation
• Monitoring response and side effects
• Reviewing physical health parameters
• Issue:
• FP10 prescriptions
• Prescriptions via approved electronic pharmacy systems
• Manage repeat prescriptions once patients are stabilised and clinically appropriate

Monitoring & Review

• Conduct medication reviews in line with NICE guidance, including:
• Titration reviews
• Post-stabilisation reviews
• 6-monthly and annual reviews
• Review physical health monitoring data (e.g. BP, pulse, weight, height where applicable)
• Identify and manage adverse effects, contraindications, and medication interactions
• Make timely clinical decisions regarding continuation, adjustment, or cessation of medication

MDT & Clinical Governance

• Participate in:
• Monthly prescribing MDT meetings
• Diagnostic MDT discussions where required
• Provide specialist prescribing input to MDT decision-making
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement activity
• Work within Montrose Health Group policies, SOPs, and Controlled Drugs procedures

Shared Care & External Liaison

• Draft and issue Shared Care Agreements in line with:
• NICE guidance
• Local and national NHS expectations
• Liaise with:
• GPs
• Community pharmacists
• Other healthcare professionals
• Respond to GP queries relating to ADHD medication and Shared Care
• Support smooth transition of care from specialist service to primary care where appropriate

Documentation & Professional Practice

• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely clinical records
• Produce high-quality clinic letters and prescribing summaries for:
• GPs
• Patients and families
• Ensure compliance with:
• Consent and capacity frameworks
• Safeguarding procedures
• Data protection and confidentiality requirements
• Work within professional scope of practice and revalidation requirements

Professional Requirements

Essential

• GMC registration (for doctors) or

NMC / HCPC registration with Independent Prescribing qualification

• Minimum of 1 year experience prescribing ADHD medication
• Strong working knowledge of:
• NICE NG87
• ADHD medication pathways
• Shared Care arrangements
• Experience of:
• Titration and ongoing medication management
• Issuing FP10 prescriptions
• Using electronic prescribing / pharmacy systems
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid / remote model
• Excellent clinical judgement and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience working within:
• Right to Choose ADHD services
• NHS or CQC-registered services
• Experience prescribing for:
• Children and young people
• Adults with late-diagnosed ADHD
• Experience managing co-occurring conditions (e.g. ASD, anxiety)
• Experience contributing to service development or policy writing

Personal Attributes

• Values-led and patient-centred
• Neurodiversity-affirming approach
• High attention to clinical safety and governance
• Confident autonomous practitioner who values MDT working
• Professional, approachable, and collaborative

What Montrose Health Group Offers

• Consultant-led, governance-focused service
• Strong MDT support and clear escalation pathways
• Ethical Right to Choose delivery
• Flexible hybrid and remote working
• Opportunity to shape and develop ADHD prescribing pathways