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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Sheffield

AI generated summary

  • You must have an Honours degree in Psychology, BPS registration eligibility, and skills in communication and self-organisation. Inpatient health experience is preferred.
  • You will support qualified psychologists in patient assessments, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and assist in understanding and addressing psychological care needs at the bedside.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate will be highly motivated, have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, the ability to organise themselves working both under their own initiative and the supervision of a qualified psychologist and ideally, an interest in working in an inpatient health setting. Graduates with experience within a clinical psychology or physical health setting are particularly encouraged to apply. It is essential that candidates have a minimum of an Honours degree in Psychology and can demonstrate their eligibility for Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society.

Responsibilities

  • The role involves supporting qualified psychological practitioners in providing clinical services for patients in the Inpatient and Acute Care Pathways Service.
  • This post will provide you with an opportunity for a range of experiences working with patients and multi-disciplinary teams under the supervision of a qualified clinician.
  • Other available experiences may include research and/or service development, data management and joint working.
  • The Assistant Psychologist (AP) plays a key role in the screening of hospital inpatients to understand their psychological care needs in relation to their health and treatment.
  • This involves meeting patients at the bedside to conduct brief assessments using clinical interview and standardised measures.
  • The AP will also support the patient’s care team to better understand and meet their psychological needs, achieved through close working relationships with qualified psychologists and multi-disciplinary teams.

FAQs

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

You need to have a minimum of an Honours degree in Psychology and demonstrate eligibility for Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the Trust provides excellent commitments to professional development, including regular supervision, networking groups, and strong links with the University of Sheffield Clinical Psychology Unit.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Graduates with experience in a clinical psychology or physical health setting are particularly encouraged to apply.

What type of support can I expect as an Assistant Psychologist?

You will receive individual weekly supervision, participate in regular Assistant Psychologists Group meetings for professional development and networking, and benefit from various policies that support work-life balance.

Can I contact someone for more information about the role?

Yes, you can contact Dr. Rebecca Ellis, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, at rebecca.ellis40@nhs.net or by calling 0114 226 6929 for further details or informal visits.

Is there a diversity and inclusion policy in place?

Yes, the department has an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion group and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community.

What is the focus of the Assistant Psychologist role?

The role involves supporting qualified psychological practitioners in providing clinical services for patients, particularly by conducting brief assessments to understand their psychological care needs related to their health and treatment.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, while also having the opportunity to take initiative in your work.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

The job description does not specify whether the position is full-time or part-time. Please refer to the official job posting for this information or contact the provided contact person for more details.

What does the role entail in terms of interaction with patients?

The Assistant Psychologist will meet patients at their bedside to conduct brief assessments using clinical interviews and standardized measures, supporting their care teams in addressing psychological needs.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire’s best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. The Trust has been awarded the title of ‘Hospital Trust of the Year’ in the Good Hospital Guide three times in five years and we are proud to be in the top 20% of NHS Trusts for patient satisfaction. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.