Clinical Psychologist

Job overview

Part-time HCPC registered clinical psychologist (up to band 8a dependant on experience) required to work dedicated sessions within specialist, multi-disciplinary teams for critical care and bariatric (weight loss) surgery services, based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital.

Newly qualified psychologists who have already completed training will be considered for a preceptorship role.

Informal enquiries welcome.

Main duties of the job

Clinical psychologist working within a specialist, multi-disciplinary critical care and bariatric (weight loss) surgery services, based at Tunbridge Wells Hospital in Kent.

At least two years relevant experience of working as qualified clinical psychologist in physical healthcare settings preferred.  Understanding of psychological coping/adjustment following life-changing illness/treatment, health psychology models of behavioural change and emotional eating highly desirable.

Must be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-focused care. Ability to work autonomously, with regular clinical supervision provided required.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.