Paediatrician

Service Care Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking experienced Paediatricians specializing in Autism and ADHD assessments for children aged 3-18. The role offers flexible working hours, competitive rates, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, formulating diagnoses, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must be GMC-registered and possess expertise in ASD/ADHD assessments.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive per assessment rates

Regular supervision

Training opportunities

Full administrative support

Access to free CPD sessions

Qualifications

• GMC-registered doctor with extensive ASD/ADHD assessment experience.
• Able to travel to site for face-to-face work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive developmental histories for assessments.
• Formulate diagnoses and provide feedback to families.
• Produce detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours.

Skills

Autism Assessments

ADHD Assessments

Compassion

Collaboration

Education

GMC registration

CCT in Paediatrics

Job description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting for experiencedPaediatricianswho specialise inAutism & ADHD Assessmentsfor Children and Adolescents, aged 3-18yrs.


Please note: only qualified Paediatricians with extensive ASD/ADHD assessment experience, within the above age bracket,will be considered for this role.


Location:Remote (work must be performed within the UK). Onsite appointments available at Dorchester and Canterbury for inflated rates.

Pay:to be discussed in interview pre screen

Hours:minimum of 3 days per week (12 appointments per week)



Duties:

• Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate children undergoing autism and ADHD assessments.
• Observing the child/young person during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
• Reviewing ADOS reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and school in the same session.
• Formulating a diagnosis, concluding the assessment, and providing feedback to the family in a kind, age-appropriate, and compassionate manner, including recommendations and signposting to local/national resources.
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in cases where further information is required, and offering a separate follow-up session to conclude the diagnosis.
• Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to DSM-5 criteria and report templates. (Admin support for formatting and quality control is provided).
• Requesting onward referrals as clinically necessary, in line with local NHS Trust/ICB protocols.

Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day between 9am and 5pm, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Weekend availability
• Free CPD opportunities and training for further neurodevelopmental assessments, such as ADHD.

What We’re Looking For:

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• CCT in Paediatrics preferred, but not essential.
• Expertise and confidence in ASD and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people.
• Able to travel to site to undertake face to face work.
• Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.
• A professional who embodies our values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.
• Passionate about delivering clinical excellence for every child and young person.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
• Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
• Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
• Training opportunities.
• Full administrative support for appointment scheduling and report writing.
• Access to free CPD sessions led by industry experts.
• A unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children, young people, and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please contact Eleanor [e-mail] or call01772 208963