Senior Assistant Psychologist MND and NEAD

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Salford seeks a professional in neuropsychology for a unique opportunity to work on psychological care pathways for Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The role requires collaboration with various professionals to enhance patient care, with responsibilities ranging from service development to conducting patient interviews. Ideal candidates should possess research experience, demonstrate autonomy, and engage in work alongside healthcare facilitators.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive leave allowance

Qualifications

• Research experience and a passion for understanding MND.
• Autonomous, focused work capability.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and developing psychological pathways for individuals with MND.
• Supporting team members to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Conducting interviews and presenting information effectively.

Skills

Database management

Research experience

Job description

This is a unique opportunity to work across two service areas within the Department of Neuropsychology at Northern Care Alliance.

Role Overview

The role involves three days a week focused on MND psychological care pathways, working across Greater Manchester with other professionals on the project. This mainly involves service development and research activities.

An additional 1.5 days per week will be dedicated to the NEAD service at Salford Royal, providing group work and patient contact opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and developing psychological pathways for individuals with MND, their families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Attending the MND clinic at Salford Royal once a week.
• Conducting interviews at patients' homes as the project progresses, and collating and presenting information effectively.
• Supporting the NEAD service by triage calls and delivering psychoeducation groups.
• Supporting team members to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintaining excellent database skills for data management.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have research experience and a passion for understanding MND. The role requires autonomous, focused work alongside a project facilitator and a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist.

About Northern Care Alliance

We serve over one million people across Greater Manchester, providing hospital and community health and social care services. Our core values are care, appreciation, and inspire, and we offer a range of benefits including flexible working and a competitive leave allowance.

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Dr. Selina Makin, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, [e-mail]
• Dr. Andrew Healey, NEAD Service Lead, [e-mail]
• Dr. Claire Steele, Neuropsychology Supervisor, [e-mail]

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