Logo of Huzzle

Assistant Psychologist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You need a psychology degree, experience in neuropsychological assessment, outcome procedures, audit work, and the ability to support clinical psychologists and assist in research and teaching projects.
  • You will support Clinical Psychologists in providing care for patients with brain injuries, conducting assessments, interventions, and assisting in audits and research projects.

Requirements

  • - Graduate psychologist
  • - Experience in neuropsychological assessment
  • - Experience in developing outcome procedures
  • - Ability to support the Neuropsychology Department
  • - Support the work of Clinical Psychologists
  • - Provide psychological care under supervision
  • - Conduct audits
  • - Collect statistics
  • - Assist in the development of audit and/or research projects
  • - Participate in teaching and project work

Responsibilities

  • - Support the work of Clinical Psychologists in the Vocational Rehabilitation team, providing a specialist service to patients with acquired brain injuries who are looking to return to or find new employment.
  • - Support and enhance the professional psychological care of patients within the service, providing neuropsychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.
  • - Work independently according to a plan agreed with a Clinical Psychologist and within the overall framework of the service’s policies and procedures.
  • - Assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Assistant Psychologist position?

You need to be a graduate psychologist with relevant educational qualifications to apply for this position.

What type of patients will I be working with?

You will be working with patients who have acquired brain injuries and require rehabilitation and support in returning to or finding new employment.

Will I be working independently or under supervision?

You will be working independently according to a plan agreed with a Clinical Psychologist, while also receiving supervision.

What are my main responsibilities in this role?

Your main responsibilities will include supporting the work of Clinical Psychologists, conducting neuropsychological assessments, providing psychological interventions, assisting in clinically related administration, and participating in audits and research projects.

Is there any opportunity for professional development?

Yes, we offer learning and development opportunities to support your career progression as part of the BHT family.

What benefits do you offer for staff?

We offer flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave entitlement, a pension scheme, access to NHS discount schemes, and health and wellbeing services.

How does the organization promote inclusion?

We are committed to promoting inclusion and ensuring all colleagues feel they belong, encouraging diverse applicants to create a respectful workplace where differences are valued.

Who can I contact for further details about the position?

You can contact Dr. Amy Murphy, the Principal Clinical Psychologist, via email at amy.murphy10@nhs.net or by phone at 01296 255730 for further details or informal visits.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offers a comprehensive range of services including acute, community, and outpatient care across Buckinghamshire. Their ultimate mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered healthcare that promotes well-being and improves health outcomes for their local population. The Trust aims to ensure accessible, effective, and compassionate care, working to enhance the health and quality of life for all individuals in their community.