Band 8a Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
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GBP 40,000 - 50,000
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Job description
The severe asthma service at the Royal Free Hospital is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with severe or difficult asthma, who remain symptomatic despite high levels of treatment initiated in primary care or other hospital clinics. Severe asthma services are centrally commissioned by NHSE and we are a 'satellite spoke’ within the North Central & North East London Severe Asthma Network (NCELSAN), with the Hub located at St Barts’ Hospital. We have a dedicated multidisciplinary team including physicians, specialist nurses, respiratory physiotherapists, pharmacist, voice therapist and psychologist (this post). The service is delivered in clinics at both Barnet Hospital and Royal Free Hospital. The inclusion of psychology in the MDT ensures compliance with commissioning guidance and working towards psychologically informed care. Within North Central London ICS we are the only centre to administer high-cost injectable biologic therapies locally to our patients, with approvals sought via the Network Hub. You will join a group of clinical, counselling, health and neuro-psychologists, counsellors and psychotherapists based in a variety of specialties.
The post holder will: • Lead on the psychological care of patients, consistent with the World Class Care values and objectives of the Trust, within the severe asthma specialist service. • Provide highly specialist psychological assessment service, ensuring onward referrals for patients within the severe asthma service as appropriate. • Provide formulation, advice and a consultation service on the psychological aspects of patients’ care within the multidisciplinary team. To support the MDT team in providing psychologically and trauma-informed care. To ensure patients information that allows them to understand the interplay between their disease and their distress. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and within the overall framework of the service’s policies and procedures. • Work with the Network Hub to align care across the severe asthma network and enhance working relationships and education between the sites. • Support the multi-disciplinary clinical and operational team to deliver integrated care, including consultation and training concerning psychological aspects of patient care and management along the severe asthma patient pathway, and ensure that psychological aspects are addressed (where appropriate) in research, audit, policy and service development. • Utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the team/service as possible within the role.
Embarking on a professional journey with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust promises an enriching career experience. As a pioneering institution at the forefront of healthcare excellence, we offer a dynamic environment characterised by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patient wellbeing.
You will become part of a team dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing cutting-edge technology, and continuously enhancing the delivery of world-class healthcare services. With a focus on professional development, work-life balance, and a culture of inclusivity, the trust provides a platform for you to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare.
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