Associate Psychologist (SPRinT)

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking an Associate Psychologist to support patients during their illness journey. Key responsibilities include conducting serious illness conversations, providing patient education and psychosocial support, and collecting data for research. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Psychology and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position aims to improve clinical outcomes for patients undergoing major surgery and offers opportunities for involvement in health services research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology is essential.
• Experience in nursing or social work is a plus.
• Good with MS Office is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patients through their serious illness journey.
• Conduct serious illness conversations and advanced care planning.
• Provide patient education and psychosocial support.
• Collect and analyze data for research projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Data analysis

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Psychology

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

National Cancer Centre of Singapore Pte Ltd

Job Category: Research

Posting Date: 23 Jan 2025

The Laboratory of Surgical System & Service Innovation (3SI) is a multi‑disciplinary laboratory that provides a platform for cutting‑edge surgical health services research that informs healthcare systems, policies and programs to provide high‑value, patient‑centred care for patients and their families undergoing surgery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, meticulous and responsible Associate Psychologist to work closely with a team of experienced researchers and the clinical team in health system, services innovation and novel surgical technologies research. You will be part of a holistic clinical and health services research team whose mission is to improve clinical outcomes for seriously ill patients undergoing major surgery.

The main role of the Associate Psychologist is to be the patient’s main point of contact throughout their serious illness journey. Responsibilities include the conduct of serious illness conversations, advanced care planning, patient education/support and counselling, screening for palliative and functional needs, and providing psycho‑social support, among others. Interested applicants may also consider pursuing an Associate Psychologist‑researcher track within our laboratory and be involved in clinical and health services research projects.

Main Responsibilities

• Patient navigation during the serious illness journey
• Regular screening for palliative or rehabilitation needs
• Conduct serious illness conversations & advanced care planning
• Patient education & support/counselling in the context of serious illness

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Data collection – including quality of life questionnaires, patient interviews
• Data synthesis – analysis of collected data

Research

• Posters/Conferences/Manuscripts support

Main Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree majoring in Psychology
• Background in Nursing, Medical Social Work, Counselling or Ethics is an added advantage
• Proficient computer knowledge (MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Added advantage with experience in voluntary/social work
• Passionate about clinical and health service research to bring about positive impact to patients with advanced cancers
• Learns fast and is a good team player
• Able to work independently and interactively in a team setting, with excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills