Clinical Psychologist; Neuropsychology

Position: Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology)

Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology)

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This is a new post for a Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology (Band 7 or Band 8A depending on experience), located in Victoria House at Southampton General Hospital (UHS).

The highly regarded Neuropsychology service is part of the Wessex Neurological service which provides a range of neurological services for the Wessex region. The post holder will join an established well‑integrated neuropsychology team that provides diagnostic and support services across a range of clinics and acute wards s role will involve diagnostic assessments and therapeutic input for a broad spectrum of neurological conditions for both inpatients and outpatients, and will also contribute to the awake craniotomy service.

Detailed

Job Description and Main Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect clinical input to patients, their families and carers, including attendance at multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Deliver detailed cognitive assessments and contribute to the provision of a high‑quality evidence‑based psychological service.
• Participate in clinical research trials and service audits.
• Take part in the awake craniotomy series and other speciality services such as epilepsy, early onset dementia, stroke rehabilitation, HD and MS outpatient neurology.
• Provide supervision and peer support to junior staff and trainee neuropsychologists.

Qualifications / Training Required

• Post‑graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology, accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Desirable

• Formal training in supervision of other psychologists.
• Registration on the BPS Register of Applied Practice Supervisors (RAPPS).
• Post‑doctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology and eligibility for the BPS Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
• Experience in awake craniotomy surgery.

Previous or Relevant Experience Necessary

• Minimum two years qualified experience as a clinical psychologist.
• Experience in a neuro‑relevant setting such as a neuropsychology service, memory assessment service, older people’s mental health service or an acute neuro department.
• Experience exercising clinical responsibility for psychological care and treatment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy developments in neurological and long‑term conditions.

Desirable (Experience)

• Supervision and teaching of assistants and trainee psychologists.
• Working toward the BPS qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Representation of the profession in policy forums.
• Experience with advanced theoretical and experimental models for diagnostic procedures involving brain stimulation.

Aptitudes And Skills Required

• Skilled in complex neuropsychological and psychological assessment methods.
• High‑level written and verbal communication skills to a wide range of recipients.
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively.
• Tolerance and management of cognitive confusion, impairments and disturbed behaviour.
• Consultation skills for other professional and non‑professional groups.
• Ability to develop and use multimedia materials for presentations.
• Organisation and planning of assessments for junior staff or trainee neuropsychologists.
• Evidence of continued professional development as recommended by BPS and HCPC.
• Culturally competent and non‑stigmatising service provision.
• Ability to work autonomously in community and hospital settings.
• Competence in IT systems and statistical packages.

Desirable (Research and Analytics)

• Advanced knowledge of research design, methodology and complex multivariate techniques.

Values and Behaviours (Essential)

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time (part‑time also available for Band 8A)

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Additional Information

University Hospital Southampton is committed to providing a flexible working environment and creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory culture where diversity is celebrated.

This role is open for applications at this time.

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