Senior Psychologist — Acute Inpatient Care Leader

NHS; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Principal Practitioner Psychologist to work in Bury St Edmunds. You will provide clinical leadership and high-quality psychological care within a multidisciplinary team. This role requires post-doctoral training in clinical psychology and experience in managing mental health crises. The position is a fixed-term role focused on delivering trauma-informed care in acute settings. Opportunities for professional development and supervision are included.

Qualifications

• Post-doctoral training in clinical/counselling/forensic psychology.
• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council is required.
• Experience with complex mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and supervise psychological services.
• Transform acute inpatient care in line with national standards.
• Manage caseloads and undertake psychological assessments and interventions.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Psychological assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Post-graduate doctoral level training in psychology

Current registration with HCPC

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Principal Practitioner Psychologist to work in Bury St Edmunds. You will provide clinical leadership and high-quality psychological care within a multidisciplinary team. This role requires post-doctoral training in clinical psychology and experience in managing mental health crises. The position is a fixed-term role focused on delivering trauma-informed care in acute settings. Opportunities for professional development and supervision are included.