Adult Psychiatrist / ASD Specialist

Role Type: Permanent / Associate / Bank

Service: Adult Autism Assessment Service

Location: Remote / Hybrid (Clinic-based sessions available if preferred)

Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible

Reports to: Clinical Lead

Position Overview

Atrom Mindcare RTC is seeking an experienced Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry to join our expanding Adult Autism (ASD) Service. The post-holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic assessments, clinical formulation, and diagnostic decision-making for adults presenting with (ASD), including those with complex mental health presentations and neurodevelopmental comorbidities.

This is a flexible, hybrid role suited to a motivated clinician with a strong interest in neurodevelopmental disorders and delivering evidence-based, person-centred autism assessments within an innovative multidisciplinary service.

Key Responsibilities -Clinical Duties

• Conduct comprehensive specialist assessments for Adult (ASD), including clinical interviews, diagnostic formulation, risk assessment and diagnostic decision-making.
• Review developmental history assessments, ADOS-2 assessments and collateral information as part of the multidisciplinary diagnostic process.
• Provide expert clinical opinion on complex neurodevelopmental presentations and differential diagnoses.
• Complete high-quality diagnostic reports, outcome letters and management recommendations.
• Offer appropriate post-diagnostic advice, signposting and recommendations for ongoing support.
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation using electronic health records.
• Ensure safe, ethical and evidence-based practice in accordance with GMC and Royal College of Psychiatrists standards.

Service & Professional Duties

• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and contribute to diagnostic consensus meetings.
• Engage in regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintain GMC revalidation requirements.
• Support service development, quality improvement initiatives and clinical governance activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance patient care pathways.
• Attend clinical supervision, peer meetings and operational meetings (remote where appropriate).
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Demonstrable experience assessing and diagnosing ASD in adults (having CAMHS experience also is preferred).
• Experience working within the NHS or private sector.
• Excellent knowledge of DSM-5/ICD-11 diagnostic criteria for ASD.
• Strong communication, diagnostic formulation and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work flexibly within a hybrid service model.
• Experience working within specialist Adult Autism or Neurodevelopmental Services.
• ADOS-2/ADI-R trained and experienced.
• Experience assessing co-occurring conditions including ADHD, anxiety, depression and personality disorders.
• Familiarity with digital health platforms and remote assessment technologies.
• Experience contributing to multidisciplinary autism diagnostic pathways.
• CCT (or within six months of obtaining CCT) in General Adult Psychiatry.

Contract & Working Arrangements

• Flexible contracting options, including part-time, sessional or associate arrangements.
• Hybrid working with a combination of remote clinics and on-site sessions as required. Candidates preferring fully remote working are welcome to apply.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and agreed sessional commitment.
• Access to Heidi AI to support clinical documentation and administrative efficiency.
• Dedicated administrative and secretarial support.
• Regular one-to-one clinical supervision with the Clinical Director.
• Participation in bi-monthly multidisciplinary peer group meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements with remote and hybrid opportunities.
• Full-time, part-time and associate opportunities available.
• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience and role.
• Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and specialist autism training.
• A collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality care.
• The opportunity to work within a growing and innovative neurodevelopmental service.

About Atrom Mindcare

Atrom Mindcare is a holistic psychiatric clinic based in Epping and Leamington Spa.. We provide a range of specialist mental health services, including psychiatric assessments, Adult ADHD and Autism assessments, Deep TMS treatment and psychological therapies.

Our Adult Autism Service delivers high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic assessments for adults through both private and NHS Right to Choose pathways. Working within a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists and neurodevelopmental clinicians, we are committed to providing timely, compassionate and person-centred autism assessments that empower individuals to better understand their strengths and needs. We also have a private Autism service delivering similar care to non-NHS patients.

As our service continues to expand, we are looking for passionate clinicians who share our commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and improving access to high-quality neurodevelopmental care.