Clinical Lead PsychiatristNHS

Job summary

At RTN Mental Health Solutions we believe in taking care of our people just as well as we take care of our patients. We are on a mission to make ADHD and ASD diagnosis and support clear, compassionate, and truly life-changing. Were a growing network of passionate professionals, but our core purpose remains the same: putting the people we support at the heart of everything we do.

Whether youre working directly with our clients or behind the scenes, youll be part of a warm, neuro-affirming team that lives by three simple values: Respect for every individual's unique story, Transformation through curiosity and innovation, and Nurture by supporting one another to grow.What are we looking for?

What are we looking for?

Reporting to the Medical Director, our Medical team is looking for a Clinical Lead Psychiatrist. You will provide high-quality psychiatric care across our ADHD assessment and treatment pathway, for clients of all ages, with the flexibility to shape your caseload around your specialist strengths and interests.

Main duties of the job

You will be:

• Reviewing the information gathered by our psychologists and wider clinical team before you meet each client
• Carrying out structured psychiatric assessments to confirm ADHD diagnoses, and sharing the outcome with clients and families clearly and kindly
• Starting and managing ADHD medication in line with national guidelines, including follow-up appointments to adjust doses and check for side effects
• Working with our nurse prescribers, and joining monthly team meetings to finalise diagnoses and plan care for complex cases
• Providing ongoing psychiatric input for clients with complex needs, and keeping care joined up with their general practitioners and other professionals
• Supervising and supporting psychologists, nurses and colleagues, and joining learning and reflective practice sessions
• Keeping accurate, timely clinical records that explain the reasons behind your decisions
• Contributing to audits, service reviews and the development of clinical tools

Job description

Job Description and Person Specification - Clinical Psychiatrist

Job Title

Clinical Psychiatrist

Department

Medical

Company

RTN Medical

Location

Remote

Responsible to

Medical Director

Responsible for

NA

Start Date (preferred)

ASAP

Terms

Permanent Full Time or Part Time

Salary Rate

£150,000

Job Role and Responsibilities

Overall Job Purpose

As a Consultant Psychiatrist at RTN, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality psychiatric input across the ADHD assessment and treatment pathway. You will assess and confirm diagnoses, initiate and review ADHD medication where appropriate, and support post-diagnostic care in collaboration with our MDT. You will play a vital clinical role in ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred treatment for clients across the lifespan with flexibility to tailor your caseload around your specialist strengths and interests. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an ambitious, values-led service with a strong clinical culture and a commitment to innovation and quality.

Job Responsibilities

ADHD Assessment & Diagnosis

• Review pre-assessment information and collateral provided by psychologists and NDPs.
• Conduct structured psychiatric assessments (e.g., DIVA, ACE) to confirm ADHD diagnoses.
• Participate in MDT discussions to finalise diagnostic conclusions and manage complex cases.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to clients and families regarding diagnoses and treatment options.

Medication Management & Ongoing Management

• Provide Initiate and manage pharmacological treatment for ADHD in line with NICE and GMC guidelines.
• Offer follow-up consultations for titration, treatment review, and side-effect monitoring.
• Collaborate with nurse prescribers and other MDT members to ensure cohesive care delivery.Document clinical rationale clearly in formulation summaries and treatment plans.

Post-Diagnostic Support

• Provide ongoing psychiatric input for clients requiring extended support, including those with complex presentations or comorbidities.
• Contribute to integrated care planning, offering medical insight into post-diagnostic support needs.
• Liaise with clients GPs and other external professionals to ensure continuity of care

MDT Engagement & Collaboration

• Attend monthly multidisciplinary team meetings to contribute psychiatric input to case discussions.
• Provide supervision for and collaborate closely with psychologists, nurses, NDPs, and operational teams to support service delivery.
• Participate in internal CPD sessions and reflective practice discussions.

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical records in line with GMC and CQC standards and RTN policy.
• Uphold clinical and ethical standards across all areas of practice.
• Contribute to internal audits, service evaluation, and the development of clinical tools or templates where appropriate.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Experience

Experience working in a multidisciplinary clinical setting

X

Experience in NHS or private neurodevelopmental services

X

Experience assessing and treating ADHD across the lifespan

X

Experience prescribing and titrating ADHD medication

X

Experience using tools such as DIVA and ACE

X

Familiarity with telepsychiatry platforms or remote healthcare models

X

Qualifications

Full GMC registration with a licence to practise in the UK

X

CCT in General Adult Psychiatry

X

Section 12 Approved

X

Additional training in ADHD diagnostic tools (e.g. DIVA, ACE, Conners)

X

Skills and Knowledge

Ability to conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and formulate diagnoses clearly

X

In-depth knowledge of NICE guidelines, GMC standards, and ADHD care pathways

X

Ability to manage psychiatric risk and escalate appropriately

X

Familiarity with standardised ADHD diagnostic tools

X

Confidence in prescribing ADHD medications (e.g. stimulants and non-stimulants)

X

Personal Attributes

Person-centred, compassionate and ethical

X

Supportive, reflective and able to mentor others

X

Strong verbal and written communication

X

Organised, reliable and able to work independently

X

Committed to continuous professional development

X

Comfortable contributing to governance, audit and service improvement

X

Additional Information

RTN Medical welcomes applications from Consultant Psychiatrists who are on the GMC Specialist Register in General Adult Psychiatry and passionate about advancing excellence in ADHD assessment and treatment. For clinicians with limited ADHD-specific experience, full training, supervision, and mentorship will be provided to ensure confidence and consistency in practice. Where additional training is required, an initially reduced salary may apply, with review and progression as competencies are achieved.

About us

• Experience in a multidisciplinary clinical team, in National Health Service or private neurodevelopmental services
• Able to carry out thorough ADHD assessments, explain your diagnoses clearly, medication management and manage psychiatric risk
• A compassionate, ethical and person-centred approach, with the confidence to supervise and mentor colleagues
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently, with a commitment to continuous service improvement
• You are based in the UK and have the right to work here (we are unable to offer sponsorship)
• General Medical Council registered with a licence to practise in the UK, a Certificate of Completion of Training in General Adult Psychiatry and Section 12 approval under the Mental Health Act

What do we offer?

• Permanent role, full time or part time (the full-time working week is 9am to 5:30pm)
• 100% remote working
• 22 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Inclusive and supportive culture where individuality and neurodiversity are celebrated
• Employer pension & Private Medical Insurance with Vitality

We actively encourage applications from neurodivergent individuals, people with lived experience, and candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion across our workforce. As a provider supporting children, young people, and adults at risk, RTN is dedicated to safeguarding. All appointments are subject to standard pre-employment checks.