Consultant or Specialty Doctor – General Adult Psychiatrist

Cpl UK Healthcare (formally RIG Locums) are currently looking for dedicated General Adult Consultants or Specialty doctors for ADHD / ASD assessment work who share core values of commitment, trust, integrity, and kindness to join a growing team based in Kent and around the London area.

About the Role

• As an Adult Psychiatrist specializing in Autism & ADHD assessments for individuals 18+ years old your responsibilities will include:
• Conducting comprehensive developmental histories using preferred methods/tools to evaluate patients undergoing autism assessments.
• Conducting ADHD 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 observing 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.

Clinics

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

What We’re Looking For

• GMC-registered doctor with a valid license to practice.
• Expertise and confidence in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or ADHD 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.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours, with availability 7 days a week to suit your lifestyle (subject to the Working Time Directive).
• Face-to-face or remote work available.
• Competitive per assessment rates, outside IR35.
• Regular supervision and opportunities to enhance your assessment skills.
• 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 our clients and their families navigating undiagnosed neurodiversity.

Job Details

• Hours: Full time or part time role, or ad hoc
• Location: Kent
• Settings: Assessment work
• Dates: Immediate start in an ongoing position
• Rates: Negotiated to your preference

Requirements

• Full GMC license to practice
• Right to Work in the UK
• Relevant previous experience

Cpl UK Healthcare works with NHS Trusts all over the UK, alongside many private hospitals, and as a framework supplier, we have access to jobs nationwide as soon as they are needed. We can easily assist with updating your compliance, planning travel and accommodation, providing mandatory training/CPD courses and we are also a designated body with the GMC offering services for appraisal and revalidation. Here at Cpl UK Health, we like to get doctors onboarded as early as possible prior to their available period so they can complete registration in good time – this in turn allows the doctor to accept their perfect locum offer without delay.

The Benefits of Working with Cpl UK Healthcare

• First-class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants working solely in one specialty
• Highly negotiable hourly rates
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Approved NHS framework supplier
• Weekly payroll
• CPD training provided including BLS
• Designated body for the GMC
• Appraisal and Revalidation Support

For more information on this role please contact Katalin Rusai or email with your CV for immediate consideration.