Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Neurorehabilitation

Nottinghamshirehealthcare; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to lead the provision of psychological services within Community Neurorehabilitation. Responsibilities include managing referrals, enhancing care pathways, and mentoring colleagues. The ideal candidate will possess HCPC registration, and substantial experience with neurological conditions. Strong communication skills are essential to foster relationships with patients, families, and professionals. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to impact patient care significantly.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with a proven record in leading services.
• Substantive experience working with neurological conditions.
• Excellent communication skills to build relationships with professionals and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Clinical Psychology Services in neurorehabilitation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support psychological models.
• Manage complex referrals and audit effectiveness of services.

Skills

Leadership in Clinical Psychology

Communication Skills

Patient Relationship Building

Education

HCPC Registration

Postdoctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology

Full Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the provision of Clinical Psychology Services within Community Neurorehabilitation Services, offering leadership, supervision, consultation, and professional guidance.
• Provide line management and supervision of Clinical Psychology colleagues across the neurorehabilitation care pathway.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance psychological understanding and support the stepped care model.
• Design and implement care pathways and protocols to assess and manage mood and cognition difficulties in accordance with national guidance.
• Manage complex referrals within a stepped care model and engage in auditing the effectiveness of neurorehabilitation services.
• Mentor and manage preceptorship posts, prioritise workload, and oversee referral management.
• Spend time at the bases for each service (Warsop Primary Care Centre, Retford Primary Care Centre), conduct patient visits, and support remote working.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist.
• Substantive experience working with people with neurological conditions.
• Postdoctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Completed or enrolled on the full Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Proven record in leading services and managing teams.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships with professionals, patients, and families.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Dr. Dawn Reeve – Lead Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, [e-mail]; [e-mail].