Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology

NHS; Orpington; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist to join a dynamic Stroke Team. This role involves providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and interventions for stroke patients, ensuring high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a doctoral qualification in clinical psychology and be registered with HCPC, with advanced knowledge in neuropsychology and psychological therapies. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable healthcare and make a significant impact in the lives of patients with complex neurological disorders.

Qualifications

• Registered clinical psychologist with experience in neuropsychology.
• Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and therapy models.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological assessment and intervention for stroke patients.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team for patient care and therapy.

Skills

Neuropsychological assessment

Psychological therapy models

Clinical neuropsychology

Mental capacity assessments

Education

Doctoral level qualification in clinical psychology

HCPC registered clinical psychologist

Further specialist training in clinical neuropsychology

Job description

Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

We are recruiting a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist to join the Princess Royal University Hospital Stroke Team.

The post is part of a well-established multidisciplinary team (MDT). As the team neuropsychologist, you will provide neuropsychological assessment, intervention, and neuro-rehabilitation to patients who have experienced a stroke.

Applicants should be registered as clinical psychologists with the Health and Care Professions Council and have experience working in clinical neuropsychology within an acute setting.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work effectively with the inpatient multidisciplinary team, which may involve psychological assessments and treatments, participating in ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings (MDMs), performing mental capacity assessments, coordinating best interest meetings, organizing family meetings, and offering consultation to the wider team.

You will ensure the systematic provision of a highly specialised clinical psychology service within neuropsychological rehabilitation. This involves analyzing complex information to plan and manage psychological assessments and therapies for patients with complex neurological disorders requiring specialist management.

The role includes undertaking service evaluation and audit of clinical practice, as well as contributing to service development.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching trusts, with a turnover of approximately £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts annually, and around 14,000 staff across five main sites in South East London. The Trust offers a full range of hospital services and specialist services from King's College Hospital sites at Denmark Hill and the Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley.

The Trust is committed to Sustainable Healthcare for All through our Green Plan, aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2040 for the NHS Carbon Footprint and by 2045 for the NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. We encourage staff to contribute responsibly to these goals by minimizing emissions, waste, and pollution.

Our vision, 'Strong Roots, Global Reach,' emphasizes being BOLD, delivering outstanding care, leading in research, innovation, and education, and fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion. We aim to be person-centred, digitally-enabled, and sustainable, elevating Team King's to new heights.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for detailed responsibilities.

The post is within the Department of Clinical Neuropsychology at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We maintain strong links with the King's College London Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IOPPN) and other local neuropsychology services within Kings Health Partners.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Doctoral level qualification in clinical psychology
• HCPC registered clinical psychologist
• Further specialist training in clinical neuropsychology (e.g., knowledge component of the QiCN)

Experience

• Advanced knowledge of at least two models of psychological therapy and their evidence base
• Post-qualification experience working with clients with complex psychological needs
• Experience in teaching and training psychologists and other professionals

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of psychological and neuropsychological assessment
• Deep understanding of psychological therapy models and evidence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to screen for any previous convictions.

Salary: £59,490 to £66,239 per annum, inclusive of HCA.