Autism Assessor (Contractor)

NHS Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Greater London seeks an experienced clinician to assess autism using ADOS and ADI-R, with MDT input as required. You must hold current registration without restrictions (NMC/HCPC/SWE) and have experience autonomously assessing and diagnosing autism.

You will manage your own caseload, stay up to date with legislation and research, and contribute to a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism services. The post is pro rata with NHS pay scales.

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake ADOS and ADI-R is essential.
• Current registration with no restrictions (NMC/HCPC/Social Work England).
• Experience and knowledge to autonomously assess and diagnose autism.
• Ability to manage own caseload effectively.
• Up-to-date knowledge of legislation, research and developments in autism.

Skills

ADOS

ADI-R

Autism assessment

Caseload management

Registration (NMC/HCPC/SWE)

Job description

What you will need to be successful in this role: Ability to undertake both ADOS and ADI-R is essential. MDTs are held when required with Team Leads and, where warranted, with input from our psychiatry colleagues. Current NMC, HCPC or Social Work England registration with no restrictions on practice (will will ask for evidence prior to offer together with your certificates) Occupational Therapists, Psychologists or Social Workers with previous experience and knowledge of autonomously assessing and diagnosing Autism. Ability to work effectively to manage own caseload. Up to date knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of Autism.

£55,524 - £62,652 per annum pro rata inclusive of HCAS

£38,488 - £46,852 per annum pro rata, inclusive of Inner HCAS