Senior Specialist Practitioner Psychologist Acute Inpatient

Pennine Care NHS FT; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a highly specialist practitioner psychologist to join their adult acute inpatient service. This full-time Band 8a role focuses on delivering high-quality psychological care to patients in crisis. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, providing specialist support within a multidisciplinary team, and undertaking risk assessments. The ideal candidate is experienced in clinical, counselling, or forensic psychology and works in a supportive environment that values staff well-being.

Qualifications

• Skilled and compassionate psychologist with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in evidence-based psychological practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention.
• Provide psychological support, consultation, and care-planning.
• Conduct risk assessment and management for service users.
• Engage in project management and service evaluation.

Skills

Evidence-based psychological assessment

Consultation and guidance

Risk assessment and management

Team formulation and training

Education

Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology

Job description

A healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a highly specialist practitioner psychologist to join their adult acute inpatient service. This full-time Band 8a role focuses on delivering high-quality psychological care to patients in crisis. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, providing specialist support within a multidisciplinary team, and undertaking risk assessments. The ideal candidate is experienced in clinical, counselling, or forensic psychology and works in a supportive environment that values staff well-being.