ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber

Psychiatry Uk; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking an ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in their ADHD service. This role includes treating adults with ADHD, prescribing medications, and collaborating with specialists. The ideal candidate should be a registered mental health nurse with independent prescribing qualifications and relevant experience in ADHD care. This position offers various benefits, including a health cash plan and flexibility for remote work.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing Hub subscription

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Volunteering Day

Enhanced Sickness and Family Leave pay

Length of Service Bonus

Work from Home allowance

Pension options

Qualifications

• Must have experience in managing ADHD patients with prescribing responsibilities.
• Experience in remote clinical service provision or digital healthcare environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based prescribing for patients with ADHD.
• Manage a caseload during treatment phases.
• Collaborate with Consultant Psychiatrists for coordinated care.
• Conduct regular risk assessments.

Skills

Independent prescribing

Patient management

Clinical supervision

Communication

Education

First-level registered Mental Health nurse (RMN)

Independent & Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing (V300)

Relevant training in mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions

Job description

The ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care within Psychiatry UK’s ADHD service. Reporting into the Titration Team Lead and working closely with Consultant Psychiatrists, this position is responsible for the treatment and ongoing management of adults with ADHD, including the independent or supplementary prescribing of ADHD medications in line with national guidelines and Psychiatry UK’s clinical policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, and evidence‑based prescribing for adult ADHD patients in line with NICE guidelines, Psychiatry UK clinical policies, and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Prescribing Framework.
• Manage a defined caseload of patients during the titration and ongoing treatment phases, ensuring timely review of treatment effectiveness, side effects, and adherence.
• Communicate with patients through Psychiatry UK’s secure portal, offering clear, supportive, and clinically appropriate responses to medication‑related queries.
• Complete End of Titration Reviews (EOTRs) and conduct annual medication reviews in a timely and thorough manner, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
• Exercise independent or supplementary prescribing rights within scope of practice, recognising limitations and seeking clinical advice when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Consultant Psychiatrists and the wider ADHD service team to ensure coordinated, patient‑centred care.
• Undertake regular risk assessments and review safeguarding concerns, escalating appropriately in line with organisational policy.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential clinical records using Psychiatry UK’s digital systems in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and the review of prescribing practices to support clinical governance and service development.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision and team learning to maintain high standards of clinical decision‑making.
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of Psychiatry UK’s prescribing pathways, titration protocols, and service delivery processes.
• Remain up to date with relevant legislation, prescribing guidance, and Psychiatry UK policies, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• First‑level registered Mental Health nurse (RMN) or related qualification.
• First‑level registered nurse (Adult Nurse/Children’s Nurse/Learning Disabilities Nurse) with one year post‑qualification secondary mental health service experience or further mental health qualification.
• Must have Independent & Supplementary Non‑Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification with 1‑year post‑prescribing qualification experience.
• 1‑year post‑prescribing qualification experience in Specialist ADHD Service (Specialist ADHD experience can include working within private and/or NHS secondary mental health practice) or equivalent.
• ADHD experience must include managing ADHD patients with prescribing responsibilities, including medication initiation, titration, review, and long‑term management.
• Registered Pharmacist with Non‑Medical Prescribing Qualification.
• One year post‑qualification secondary mental health service experience or further training, or One year post‑prescribing qualification experience in Specialist ADHD service (specialist experience can include work within private and/or NHS practice) or equivalent.
• Further relevant training or qualifications in mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Previous experience specifically within ADHD specialist services.
• Experience in remote clinical service provision or digital healthcare environments.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Experience with titration and long‑term management of stimulant and non‑stimulant ADHD medications.
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement processes related to prescribing.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, technology‑enabled clinical environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and risk assessment in mental health and remote care settings.
• Ability to adapt and contribute to service development in a growing, evolving organisation.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing Hub subscription
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Volunteering Day
• Enhanced Sickness and Family Leave pay
• Length of Service Bonus
• Work from Home allowance
• Pension options

Recruitment Process:
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If at any point you require any reasonable adjustments – such as additional time, assistive technology, or an alternative format for materials – please let us know. We are happy to accommodate your needs to ensure you have a fair and comfortable experience. Contact: [e-mail]