About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated Job titleClinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology(Band 7) who has expertise in the inpatient rehabilitation settings. This is a 12 month fixed-term post to provide maternity leave cover in inpatient stroke rehabilitation (0.5wte), acute neurorehabilitation (0.5wte).
The postholder will be experienced in neuropsychology assessments of complex neurological conditions and will be skilled in providing interventions using multiple models.
You will be experienced and familiar with working closely with the wider MDT on formulation of management plans.
You will join one of the largest Neuropsychology teams in the country, in a culturally diverse region. We are a group of highly committed and supportive clinicians who work across inpatient, outpatient and community settings supported by an excellent administrative and managerial team.
You will benefit from the comprehensive supervision structure and peer support of the department, and the CPD opportunities offered here.
For this specific post, we are looking for an individual who has experience of working with other disciplines to help diagnose and treat complex neurological conditions.
The post will be based at Salford Royal Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Providing specialist psychological assessment, interventions, management and advice on the diverse cohort of inpatients at the unit. Work with colleagues in the unit and department to provide and maintain a high-quality and innovative neuropsychology service including clinical work. Be responsible for the provision and delivery of the neuropsychology service that includes a range of neurological conditions managed on the unit Provide inclusive direct clinical services for patients including highly specialist and detailed assessments, formulations and treatment where appropriate. Provide inclusive indirect clinical services for patients including liaison with the multiple health and other professionals involved in the patient pathway and liaison with outside agencies as appropriate. Provide teaching and training within these specialities, The job includes clinical supervision responsibilities for an Assistant Psychologist, with the support of a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, who will line manage the AP. Work in partnership with neuropsychology colleagues to provide integrated and high-quality services across the department.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack.
Job description Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BPS accredited undergrad degree Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (ClinPsyD)
Registration Essential
Registered with HCPC BPS accredited undergrad degree
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting MDT working Working with behaviours that challenge
Desirable
Experience in regional neuroscience centre Service development Post-DClin research experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address Salford Royal Hospital
Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)