[Hiring] ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber @Psychiatry UK

Role Description

The ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within Psychiatry UK’s ADHD service. Reporting into the Titration Team Lead and working closely with Consultant Psychiatrists, this position is responsible for the treatment and ongoing management of adults with ADHD, including the independent or supplementary prescribing of ADHD medications in line with national guidelines and Psychiatry UK’s clinical policies.

As an ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber, you will:

• Provide safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing for adult ADHD patients in line with NICE guidelines, Psychiatry UK clinical policies, and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Prescribing Framework.
• Manage a defined caseload of patients during the titration and ongoing treatment phases, ensuring timely review of treatment effectiveness, side effects, and adherence.
• Communicate with patients through Psychiatry UK’s secure portal, offering clear, supportive, and clinically appropriate responses to medication-related queries.
• Complete End of Titration Reviews (EOTRs) and conduct annual medication reviews in a timely and thorough manner, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
• Exercise independent or supplementary prescribing rights within scope of practice, recognising limitations and seeking clinical advice when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Consultant Psychiatrists and the wider ADHD service team to ensure coordinated, patient-centred care.
• Undertake regular risk assessments and review safeguarding concerns, escalating appropriately in line with organisational policy.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential clinical records using Psychiatry UK’s digital systems in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and the review of prescribing practices to support clinical governance and service development.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision and team learning to maintain high standards of clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of Psychiatry UK’s prescribing pathways, titration protocols, and service delivery processes.
• Remain up to date with relevant legislation, prescribing guidance, and Psychiatry UK policies, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• First-level registered Mental Health nurse (RMN) or First-level registered nurse (Adult Nurse/Children’s Nurse/Learning Disabilities Nurse) with one year post qualification Secondary Mental Health service experience or further Mental Health qualification.
• Must have Independent & Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification with 1-year post-prescribing qualification experience.
• 1-year post prescribing qualification experience in Specialist ADHD Service (Specialist ADHD experience can include working within private and/or NHS Secondary mental health practice) or equivalent.
• ADHD experience must include managing ADHD patients with prescribing responsibilities, including medication initiation, titration, review, and long-term management.

Requirements

• Sound clinical experience in the initiation, titration, and management of ADHD in adults.
• Strong patient-centred approach, showing empathy, professionalism, and the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to engage effectively both remotely and in writing.
• Familiarity with ADHD rating scales, validated screening, and monitoring tools.
• Solid awareness of safeguarding procedures, particularly in the context of remote or digital healthcare delivery.
• Sound understanding of legislation, professional standards, and current developments in ADHD service provision and prescribing practice.
• Ability to work autonomously, managing an independent caseload efficiently and responsibly.
• Advanced IT and digital literacy skills necessary for confident use of digital health platforms.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing Hub subscription.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Annual Volunteering Day.
• Enhanced Sickness and Family Leave pay.
• Length of Service Bonus.
• Work from Home allowance.
• Pension options.