Candidates will be involved in delivering psychologically informed care for patients with gastrointestinal disorders, both acute and functional. The PMU is noted for its unique blend of mental and physical health services, making it an ideal setting for those looking to expand their professional expertise in a highly specialized area of psychology. Informal inquiries about the role are encouraged, and the Trust provides resources for additional part-time positions within the unit.
0.5 7-8a Familial Intestinal Cancer Senior Practitioner Psychologist
***Development (preceptorship) post - we welcome applications from newly qualified psychologists, through to those looking for an 8a position***
This is an opportunity to specialise in working with families affected by familial intestinal cancer with St Mark's Hospital (the National Specialist Bowel Hospital) which sits within the specialist Psychological Medicines Unit (PMU) at Central Middlesex Hospital. This is an exceptionally interesting setting for psychologists working at the interface of mental and physical health. We recognise that it may be an unfamiliar service setting, so really welcome informal enquires from psychologists who would like to understand more about the role before deciding whether to submit an application. This video will explain more about the PMU and this role at 5:14 & 6:10 www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsiEVL
As this is a band 7-8a development post, it is suitable for those who are newly qualified, through to those who have existing clinical health psychology experience and are at - or ready to work at - 8a level. Please see additional information sheet.
We currently have other part-time posts with PMU out to advert which you may also be interested in?
Informal enquiries or visits are very welcome.
Contact:Dr Sonya Frearson, Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
PMU at St Mark's Hospital is a highly specialist service in gastrointestinal (GI) medicine providing secondary and tertiary level clinical assessment, and psychotherapeutic services for patients with gastrointestinal disorders admitted for surgery, or suffering acute/life threatening intestinal conditions, as well as a range of more functional disorders of varying complexity.
PMU psychologists have the opportunity to work with specific MDTs to further develop specialist clinical expertise. This role is in the adult Familial Intestinal Cancer service, a cohesive and innovative team offering family centred care to people with a genetic risk of bowel cancer.
The PSN can fund training and specialist supervision in EMDR for this post holder.
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