Adult ASD Assessor- Independent Clinician Network

Psicon; Canterbury; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A neurodevelopmental service provider in Canterbury is seeking an Adult ASD Assessor for autism assessments in adults. Ideal candidates are GMC or HCPC registered clinicians with expertise in ASD. The role offers flexibility, including remote work and a competitive assessment tariff. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality psychological support and assessments.

Qualifications

• GMC-registered doctor or HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist.
• Up-to-date with revalidation and appraisal processes.
• Professional values of trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive autism assessments for adults.
• Formulate diagnoses and provide feedback to families.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic reports within 48 hours.

Skills

Expertise in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessments for adults

Ability to conduct comprehensive developmental histories

Compassionate communication

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

GMC registration or HCPC registration

CCT in Adult Psychiatry

Job description

Adult ASD Assessor- Independent Clinician Network

We are seeking dedicated clinicians who are experienced in undertaking adult ASD assessments and diagnosis. All Psicon associate ASD Assessors will need to hold GMC registration or HCPC registration and can be from either of the following clinical backgrounds: Adult Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist.

Please apply directly on our website using the supportedlinks URL or visit our careers page:

www.psicon.co.uk/careers

Main duties of the job

As an Adult ASD Assessor specialising in Autism assessments for individuals 18+yrs old your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate patients undergoing autism assessments.
• Observing patients during sessions and ensuring questions are asked in a thorough but compassionate manner.
• Reviewing reports, developmental history, and relevant collateral information from home and observer 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 if needed.
• Producing high-quality, detailed diagnostic reports within 48 hours post-assessment, adhering to relevant 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.

About us

Psicon is a specialist neurodevelopmental service workingboth privately and with various NHS trusts to provide autism and ADHD assessments. We are an independent organisation, but most of our work is for the NHS, whom we are proud to support. Assessments are carried out by our team of associate clinicians from a range of clinical backgrounds, in satellite clinics across the country and remotely. Psicon is committed to offering the best psychological support and healthcare available. We take an innovative approach to the delivery of our services and ensure that they are of the highest standards in the industry.

Job responsibilities

Our Clinics:

• Up to four appointments per day, paid on a competitive per assessment tariff (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Remote work and face to face clients.
• Other options available such as hybrid/face to face, depending on your location.
• Flexible working days available Monday to Sunday, accommodating your schedule.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice or HCPC registers Clinical Psychologist.
• CCT in Adult Psychiatry preferred but not essential.
• Expertise and confidence in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessments for adults.
• 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.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Full-time,Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working