Psychologist (Neuropsychology), Short Term Assessment & Treatment Inpatient Unit - UBC Hospital

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Psychologist specializing in Neuropsychology. In this role, you will provide comprehensive psychological services, including assessment and treatment for clients with various neurological and psychiatric conditions. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth and wellness supports.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• At least two years of recent related experience in mental health services and clinical neuropsychology.
• Current registration or registration within one year with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Deliver neuropsychological services in acute and ambulatory care settings.
• Complete neuropsychological assessments and maintain client records.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Independence

Conflict Resolution

Computer Skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology

Tools

Client care information systems

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $52.81/Hr. - CAD $65.96/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Psychologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Psychologist (Neuropsychology) to join the Short Term Assessment & Treatment Inpatient Unit at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services within a designated area of mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for clients across the lifespan with neurological, medical, neurodevelopmental, psychiatric conditions, and other cognitive and learning disorders.
• Deliver neuropsychological services in acute and ambulatory care settings, utilizing specialized knowledge in brain-behaviour relationships.
• Complete neuropsychological assessments, psychodiagnostics, interventions, liaise with external agencies, attend clinical conferences, evaluate treatment effectiveness, maintain client records, and prepare reports.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, clinical teaching, supervision, and research activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• At least two years of recent related experience in mental health services and clinical neuropsychology.
• Current registration or registration within one year with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of neurobehavioral diagnostics, assessment methods, brain-behaviour relationships, and neuropsychological practice.
• Ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively, work independently, provide supervision, and handle conflict and unexpected events.
• Computer skills, including use of client care information systems.

Additional Information

The hours and work area may change according to operational needs. All health care workers must report their vaccination and infection history as per Ministry of Health policy.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

• Comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, wellness supports, and recognition programs.
• VCH values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from diverse communities.
• Recognized as a top employer and committed to creating a supportive work environment.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Employees should apply via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub. For more details, visit https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings.