Independent Prescriber – Adhd/Mental Health Specialist - Boots Online Doctor

BOOTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Independent Prescriber specializing in ADHD and mental health care to join their dynamic multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include medication titration, attending clinical meetings, and contributing to service innovation. Applicants must have NMC or GPhC registration, the Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300), and at least one year of experience in ADHD care. The position offers remote or hybrid work options and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Current NMC or GPhC registration.
• Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300).
• At least 1 year of prescribing experience within ADHD care.
• Familiarity with national clinical guidelines and understanding of professional limitations.
• Proven ability to consult independently, make sound clinical decisions, and escalate appropriately.
• Experience in risk assessments and safeguarding escalation.
• Positive, proactive mindset with a commitment to service improvement.
• Confident using digital tools and clinical systems.

Responsibilities

• Titration and review of ADHD medications.
• Participating in weekly MDT meetings, clinical audits, supervision sessions, and ongoing training.
• Contributing to continuous service development and innovation.
• Being part of the duty prescriber rota - triaging referrals, handling urgent patient/GP queries, and managing prescription requests.
• Attending a short daily clinical team 'huddle' for service updates.

Job description

Overview

Contract: Permanent & Full Time

Hours: 8:30 am-5:30 pm or 9:00 am-6:00 pm (with a 1-hour lunch)

Weekend work: Some weekend shifts required, based on service needs.

Location: Remote or Hybrid. Some office time will be needed in our Support Office - Angel, Islington

Recruitment Partner: Shannon Linton ([e-mail])

About the role

Are you dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with ADHD? Are you looking to be part of an innovative, digitally focused healthcare service where your expertise is respected and supported? Join our dynamic and expanding multidisciplinary team as an Independent Prescriber, specialising in ADHD and mental health care.

Key responsibilities

• Titration and review of ADHD medications.
• Participating in weekly MDT meetings, clinical audits, supervision sessions, and ongoing training.
• Contributing to continuous service development and innovation.
• Being part of the duty prescriber rota - triaging referrals, handling urgent patient/GP queries, and managing prescription requests.
• Attending a short daily clinical team "huddle" for service updates.

What you'll need to have

• Current NMC or GPhC registration.
• Independent Prescribing Qualification (V300).
• At least 1 year of prescribing experience within ADHD care.
• Familiarity with national clinical guidelines and understanding of professional limitations.
• Proven ability to consult independently, make sound clinical decisions, and escalate appropriately.
• Experience in risk assessments and safeguarding escalation.
• Positive, proactive mindset with a commitment to service improvement.
• Confident using digital tools and clinical systems.

It would be great if you also have

• Formal training in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adult ADHD.
• Previous experience working in mental health services.
• Experience working in a newly established service.
• Skills and experience in completing ADHD diagnostic assessments.

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

Why Boots

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.

What's next

Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.