Overview
The post holder will provide highly specialist neuropsychological assessment and intervention as part of the Neuropsychology Service in NHS Lanarkshire. The post-holder will be based in University Hospital Monklands, with clinics located in North and South Lanarkshire. Working under the Clinical Lead for Neuropsychology, the post-holder will undertake neuropsychological assessment and intervention with patients with organic and functional neurological disorders, and provide consultation to medical, nursing and rehabilitation staff. Supervised clinical experience in neuropsychology (e.g. neuropsychology placements during training or post-qualification roles) is essential for the role. The post-holder will be expected to have specialist knowledge of- and experience working with- organic and functional neurological conditions, such as brain injury, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, Parkinson\'s disease, Huntington\'s disease, non-epileptic seizures etc.
Completion of PG Dip/ MSc in Clinical Neuropsychology is advantageous but not essential.
What we\'ll need you to bring
* To have a post-graduate Doctoral Level (or equivalent) degree in Clinical Psychology and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Registered Clinical Psychologist.
* Post-qualification clinical experience working in neuropsychology and/or rehabilitation settings.
* To have significant experience in working with individuals, their family or carers, who experience complex and enduring neurological, cognitive, physical and mental health difficulties
* To have significant experience in supporting, teaching and consultation with other allied health professionals working within neurological and rehabilitation settings
* To have proven ability to undertake formative and summative clinical assessments, and prepare reports demonstrating interpretation of findings
* Have completed recognised formal training in supervision of applied psychologists
* Have completed further courses of additional learning relevant to the clinical skills demanded by the post as identified in the Role Profile.
* To have knowledge of relevant legislation and current clinical standards/guidelines, and knowledge of relevant local, and national policies, guidelines, and standards.
* Have demonstrated the ability to work co-operatively as a member of a multi-professional/multi-agency service and within wider systems. This includes skills of consultation, liaison and negotiation.
* Have demonstrated experience of leading on projects and/or supporting senior psychologists in managing their remit within the Service.
* Full driving licence
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
Nice to have
* Completion of MSc/ PG Dip in Clinical Neuropsychology
* Post-qualification experience of working with older people
* Supervisory experience
* Post-qualification experience of neuropsychological evaluation
* Knowledge of government legislation and policy relevant to older people
* Knowledge of functional mental health issues in later life
* Knowledge of organic mental health issues in later life
* Ability to organise workload of others e.g. trainee, assistant
* Ability to organise own workload/work autonomously
Contract type
* Permanent
* Full time
* 37 hours
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in MH&LD within University Hospital Monklands.
Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
Looking to find out more?
If you\'re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!
Please contact, Consultant Neuropsychologist, on
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Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
NHS Lanarkshire offers a range of benefits, including:
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
* A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
* Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits
* Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
* Occupational health services
* Employee counselling services
* Work-life Balance policies and procedures
Further Information
NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent-regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form.
NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.
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