Clinical Psychologist Adult Renal

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist to join a well-established renal psychology team. This role involves providing specialist psychological assessments and interventions for adults with kidney failure across various settings, including inpatient and outpatient care. The successful candidate will work alongside a multidisciplinary team and have opportunities for training and development within a rapidly growing department. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate doctoral training in clinical psychology accredited by the BPS.
• Eligibility for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status and HCPC registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological assessments and formulate treatment plans.
• Deliver interventions for adults with kidney failure in various settings.

Skills

Effective communication of complex information

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Development of multimedia presentation materials

Education

Post-graduate doctoral training in clinical psychology

Eligibility for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status

Post-qualification specialist training

Job description

Employer: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 7 May 2025

Job summary

Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist - Renal, permanent B8B 1wte position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 1WTE Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist (8b) to support the Renal Psychology team at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. The team is well-established, and the successful candidate will work alongside a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, an Assistant Psychologist, and a Young Adult Worker within a highly valued renal multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

The renal service is regional, caring for patients with acute and chronic renal failure across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Staffordshire. The successful candidate will provide specialist psychological assessments, formulate treatment plans, and deliver interventions for adults with kidney failure, including inpatient, outpatient, face-to-face, and virtual work. Opportunities include developing referral pathways, training renal staff, and participating in MDT meetings.

The department is rapidly growing, with over 30 Clinical Psychologists and trainees. We maintain strong links with local universities and regional clinical psychology training courses.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are a major employer committed to research, education, and innovation. We value diversity and support career development, encouraging applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups and disabled individuals.

Job description

Responsibilities

Please see the attached detailed job description and person specification for comprehensive information.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

• Post-graduate doctoral training in clinical psychology accredited by the BPS, including models of psychopathology, psychometrics, neuropsychology, multiple psychological therapies, and lifespan development psychology.
• Eligibility for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status and HCPC registration.
• Post-qualification specialist training, including supervision of trainees.

Experience

• Extensive experience as a qualified clinical psychologist.
• Experience with medical and health conditions, diverse client groups, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Supervision, training, and research experience within health settings.

Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication of complex information.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and organizational stress management.
• Development of multimedia presentation materials.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel between hospital sites and dialysis units.
• Up-to-date immunizations (TB, HepB).
• Resilience to work with distressed and challenging individuals.

Other

This role is subject to DBS checks and requires the ability to work flexibly, including hybrid working arrangements. Applicants requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.