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Opportunity to work within a dedicated palliative care team, contributing to the psychosocial support of patients and their families.
Position allows for personal and career growth within the NHS Borders Psychology Service.
Engagement in a new role that aims to develop and enhance the psychosocial offerings in a busy, dynamic team.
Ideal work-life balance with a part-time schedule (0.4 WTE), allowing for flexibility and pursuits outside of work.
Location in the scenic Scottish Borders, known for its outdoor activities and family-friendly environment, while being easily accessible to Edinburgh and Newcastle.
Involvement in a supportive work culture that values care, compassion, teamwork, dignity, and respect, aligning with NHS Scotland's core values.
Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all employees.
NHS Borders is seeking a Clinical Psychologist for a Band 8A position within the Palliative Care Team, offering a part-time, fixed-term contract of 0.4wte over two years, based at the Borders General Hospital. The ideal candidate will have experience or a strong interest in palliative care, particularly with a background in clinical health psychology, to help enhance the team’s psychosocial services. This role is part of a broader commitment to personal and career development within the NHS Borders Psychology Service, aimed at serving a predominantly rural population.
The position entails working two days per week in a supportive, collaborative environment, with opportunities for contact and discussions about the role. NHS Borders emphasises equality and diversity within its workforce, encouraging applications from all sectors of society. The area offers a pleasant living environment with access to outdoor activities and convenient transport links to Edinburgh and surrounding regions. Interested candidates may contact Dr. Caroline Cochrane, Director of Psychological Services, for further inquiries.
The position entails working two days per week in a supportive, collaborative environment, with opportunities for contact and discussions about the role. NHS Borders emphasises equality and diversity within its workforce, encouraging applications from all sectors of society. The area offers a pleasant living environment with access to outdoor activities and convenient transport links to Edinburgh and surrounding regions. Interested candidates may contact Dr. Caroline Cochrane, Director of Psychological Services, for further inquiries.
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Band 8A, Clinical Psychologist, Palliative Care Team, 0.4wte 2 years fixed term.
NHS Borders Psychology Service is delighted to be inviting applicants for a psychologist to join the NHS Borders palliative care team. This post is 2 days per week on a two-year fixed term contract. We especially welcome applicants who have a background in clinical health psychology and either experience or a strong interest in palliative care.
This is a new post in a busy team who are wanting to develop their psychosocial offering and will be based at the Borders General Hospital. You will be part of our NHS Borders Psychology Service where we value and support personal and career growth and offer psychological expertise and intervention to a wide range of clinical areas.
NHS Borders serves predominantly a rural population of 115,000 people. We are in easy reach of Edinburgh, the Lothians and Newcastle. The Tweedbank rail service from Edinburgh is a 20-minute walk from the Borders General Hospital. We have people in our team who live in the Borders as well as closer to Edinburgh and the Lothians.
The Scottish Borders is a lovely area to live in, with excellent schools, lots of outdoor activities and easy access to Edinburgh and transport links.
We welcome visits or discussion about this exciting post. Please contact Dr Caroline Cochrane, Director of Psychological Services, , to discuss further.
- Please note: As this is a part time post the salary shown will be pro rata
- PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early**
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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To work as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK, several key skills and qualifications are essential. Here’s an overview:
Educational Requirements
1. Undergraduate Degree: A degree in psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) is required. This usually includes a Bachelor’s degree with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS.
2. Postgraduate Training: You must complete a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or an equivalent qualification that is also accredited by the BPS and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Key Skills
1. Clinical Assessment: Ability to conduct assessments using a range of psychological tests, interviews, and observational methods.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic approaches) to effectively work with clients.
3. Research Skills: Capability to understand and conduct research, as clinical psychologists often engage in evidence-based practice and may be involved in research projects.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex psychological concepts clearly and build rapport with clients.
5. Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand and relate to clients’ feelings and experiences, providing compassionate and supportive care.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Competence in identifying problems, formulating hypotheses, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual clients.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
8. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, ensuring that treatment approaches are sensitive to cultural differences.
9. Professionalism and Ethical Practice: Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards as set by the HCPC and BPS.
10. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with new research, therapies, and best practices in the field.
Additional Experiences
- Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience in clinical or healthcare settings prior to training, such as assistant psychologist roles, mental health support worker positions, or voluntary work in related fields.
- Supervision Experience: Engaging in regular supervision during training and practice to reflect on work and improve skills.
Registration
- HCPC Registration: After completing the necessary training and qualifications, you must register with the Health and Care Professions Council to practice as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK.
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