Pharmacist - ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber (Self-Employed Contractor)

Psychiatry UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative online psychiatry service is seeking a dedicated ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber. This role allows you to work flexibly and remotely while making a significant impact on mental health care. You will manage and treat adult ADHD patients, ensuring their medication needs are met through independent prescribing and ongoing support. Join a dynamic team committed to transforming mental health services across the UK, where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will help shape the future of care delivery. If you are passionate about mental health and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fully remote work environment

Access to advanced telepsychiatry platforms

Dedicated support team

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with GPhC accreditation and experience in ADHD practice.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a patient caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent prescribing interventions and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Independent Prescribing (GPhC) accreditation

Advanced IT skills

Experience with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Registered Pharmacist

Post-qualification experience in secondary mental health services

Job description

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ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber

United Kingdom (Remote)

(Pharmacist Application)

At Psychiatry-UK, we are dedicated to revolutionising mental health care delivery across the UK. We are seeking passionate professionals on a self-employed flexible basis to contribute to our dynamic team and help us make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives.

Join us in our mission to transform mental health care across the UK by becoming an ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber with Psychiatry-UK.

Our goal is to become the UK’s #1 digital psychiatry service supporting individuals throughout their lifecycle.

The ADHD Specialist Independent Prescribers manage and treat Adult ADHD patients with medication initiation, titration, stabilisation, and transfer to shared care.

We engage with patients through our secure digital messaging system, with occasional telephone or video consultations as needed.

As a self-employed prescriber, your role involves prescribing medication, monitoring patient response, adjusting treatment as necessary, and conducting end-of-titration reviews.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide independent and supplementary prescribing interventions, supporting Psychiatry UK patients with medication initiation, review, and treatment decisions.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness, identify side effects, and make informed prescribing changes in line with NICE guidelines (NG87) and Psychiatry UK standards.
• Use validated screening and monitoring tools to ensure excellent patient care, working towards treatment optimisation.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records, working collaboratively with patients and Consultant Psychiatrists.
• Ensure informed choice and ethical shared decision-making in partnership with patients.
• Participate in out-of-office support to maintain the Titration Team's functions.
• Undertake risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.
• Manage your patient caseload effectively.
• Adhere to Psychiatry UK response time SLAs (within 3 working days).
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Registered Pharmacist
• Independent Prescribing (GPhC) accreditation
• At least one year post-qualification experience in secondary mental health services or specialist ADHD practice, including private or NHS settings, or equivalent.
• Advanced IT skills
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams

Additional Requirements

• DBS enhanced clearance
• Ability to work autonomously, manage your caseload, and adapt to service needs
• If you are a Nurse, please apply via the appropriate advertisement.

What We Offer

• Diverse referral sources
• Streamlined payment system
• High-quality patient care and satisfaction
• Safeguarding support
• Secure online workspace with pre-configured equipment
• Dedicated support team

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fully remote work environment
• Competitive rates
• Access to advanced telepsychiatry platforms and AI tools

If you are passionate about mental health care and meet our qualifications, we invite you to apply and join our innovative online psychiatry service.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Psychiatry UK is an equal opportunity organisation. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive for a fair, unbiased recruitment process.

Psychiatry UK is the UK's leading provider of digital psychiatry services, ensuring accessible, convenient mental health care for all.