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Based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Institute of Neurological Sciences. The post will support the work of the regional neuropsychology service providing highly specialsied care to patients referred for psychological assessment and treatment in the context of acute, chronic and degenerative pathology of the central nervous system. Working across regional services you will be part of a team of clinical/neuropsychologist working to support multidisciplinary team working in regional neuroscience services, major trauma, neurorehabilitation, spinal injuries and Quarries Epilpesy Services. The post has the benefit of working closely with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and AHP staff. This post will be attractive to clinical psychologists with an interest in physical health and neuropsychology as the breadth of work will include diagnostics, psychological therapies, family work, and MDT consultations within a range of neuroscience MDT pathways including neuro-oncology. We would encourage candidates with knowledge and experience within acute physical health setting to apply owing to the range of skills required for this post. The Neuropsychology service has close links with University of Glasgow and are active participants in CPD and research is encouraged. The post holder must have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology to ensure prior academic and clinical exposure to this highly specialised field of psychology. The post holder will provide supervision to Doctorate Trainees seeking specialist placement and major research projects within regional neuropsychology services. The post holder must be registered with the HCPC. Experience of working in a neuropsychology/physical health settings, either in qualified experience or as part of the specialist placement in the DClinPsy degree, would be an advantage. The successful applicant will be dynamic, organised, have an desire and drive to participate in service development, show flexible regarding roles and tasks, and respond to the changing needs of the service.
Informal Contact: Dr Sharon Mulhern, Clinical Lead, Regional Neuropsychology, Tel No: 0141 201 2600
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