Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Specialist Diagnostic Clinician to join our Adult Neurodevelopmental Service on a part-time basis of (15 hours per week) must be able to work on a Wednesday. The post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic assessments for adults with Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), in line with national guidance and best practice.
This role is ideal for a clinician seeking flexible working while maintaining specialist clinical practice within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Main work day - Wednesday
Main duties of the job
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Undertake comprehensive diagnostic assessments for adults referred for Autism and/or ADHD.
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Contribute to formulation, diagnostic decision-making, and feedback in line with NICE guidance.
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Complete high-quality clinical documentation, including diagnostic reports and correspondence.
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Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including psychology, psychiatry, nursing, and allied health professionals.
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Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement activities.
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Provide specialist advice and consultation to colleagues where appropriate.
About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
- generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
- excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
- salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
- discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
- wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
- staff networks and support group
We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Registered healthcare professional (e.g. Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, or equivalent).
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Relevant professional registration (e.g. HCPC, NMC, GMC).
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Substantial post-qualification experience working with adults with Autism and/or ADHD.
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Demonstrable experience in neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessment.
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Strong understanding of NICE guidance and evidence-based diagnostic practice.
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Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
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Formal training in recognised diagnostic tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R, DIVA, QBTest).
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Experience working within NHS adult neurodevelopmental services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Registered healthcare professional (e.g. Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, or equivalent).
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Relevant professional registration (e.g. HCPC, NMC, GMC).
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Substantial post-qualification experience working with adults with Autism and/or ADHD.
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Demonstrable experience in neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessment.
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Strong understanding of NICE guidance and evidence-based diagnostic practice.
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Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
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Formal training in recognised diagnostic tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R, DIVA, QBTest).
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Experience working within NHS adult neurodevelopmental services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Learning Disability or Mental Health Nurse, with postgraduate training/experience relating to neurodevelopmental disorders
- Registered Allied Health Professional with post graduate training/experience related to neurodevelopmental disorders
- Social Care Worker with post graduate training/experience in neurodevelopmental disorders
- Experience of diagnostic assessment and/or training in diagnostic assessments
- Evidence of post registration training to masters level or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of assessment, intervention and management
- Specialist Knowledge of the range of neurodevelopmental disorders and co occurring mental health problems and appropriate services
- Knowledge of recent changes and current issues in mental health/neurodevelopmental service provision
- Knowledge of a range of models currently used Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental Services
- Ability to deliver evidence based therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to demonstrate competence in at least one form of evidence based therapy
- Ability to manage time effectively, managing a caseload and prioritising on basis of need.
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration Experience
- Experience of collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work
- Significant experience as a clinician in Mental Health Services and/or Neurodevelopmental Services
Other
Essential
- High level clinical skills in working with neurodevelopmental and mental health problems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Learning Disability or Mental Health Nurse, with postgraduate training/experience relating to neurodevelopmental disorders
- Registered Allied Health Professional with post graduate training/experience related to neurodevelopmental disorders
- Social Care Worker with post graduate training/experience in neurodevelopmental disorders
- Experience of diagnostic assessment and/or training in diagnostic assessments
- Evidence of post registration training to masters level or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of assessment, intervention and management
- Specialist Knowledge of the range of neurodevelopmental disorders and co occurring mental health problems and appropriate services
- Knowledge of recent changes and current issues in mental health/neurodevelopmental service provision
- Knowledge of a range of models currently used Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental Services
- Ability to deliver evidence based therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to demonstrate competence in at least one form of evidence based therapy
- Ability to manage time effectively, managing a caseload and prioritising on basis of need.
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration Experience
- Experience of collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work
- Significant experience as a clinician in Mental Health Services and/or Neurodevelopmental Services
Other
Essential
- High level clinical skills in working with neurodevelopmental and mental health problems
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
