Overview
Join to apply for the RT 218221 Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology) (Staff Bank) role at NHS Highland. This is a staff bank 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist position to join Neuropsychology within NHS Highland. You will work clinically as part of our Neuropsychology team and associated multidisciplinary teams, but also autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of local and Board policies and procedures.
You will play a vital role in service improvement, putting patients and their families at the centre of service delivery. This post is for one year 1.0 WTE (37 hours) to cover a period of staff leave.
Role details
About the team and duties
Our team provides specialist Clinical Neuropsychology services to adults within Neurology and Neurorehabilitation services living within the North Highland Health and Social Care Partnership region. We work across all sectors of neuropsychology service provision. You will provide highly specialist neuropsychological assessment, treatment and rehabilitation, advice and consultation on neuropsychological care; involving inpatient and outpatient, remote and clinic-based, individual and group clinical care. Roles in providing clinical supervision, consultation, training staff and group delivery are also central to the role. Clinical experience in neuropsychology service delivery, delivering remote clinical interventions and cognitive assessments would be beneficial. You will also support the Head of Neuropsychology in strategic development of services across acute and rehabilitation pathways.
Working arrangements
The wider Psychology department within NHS Highland is a supportive, dynamic and developing department, providing services across the region. The post will involve a hybrid approach, with both remote working and travel to clinics and meetings as required to meet the needs of the service. Applications are welcomed from those who want to work flexibly, with a hybrid model of remote and on-site working requirements.
Location and environment
The Highlands of Scotland is the largest and most sparsely populated health board in Scotland covering 41% of the country’s landmass. The scenery is outstanding with mountains, lochs, beaches and more. The Highlands are accessible with good transport links by car, air, bus or train.
Application process
* Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
* Informal enquiries and visits are welcome.
* Please contact Dr Ruth Sumpter, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist/Head of Neuropsychology. Telephone: 01463 704511; Email: ruth.sumpter@nhs.scot
* Closing Date for Applications: 07/09/2025
* Interview date planned for: 18th September 25
* Job Ref: RT 218221
Equal Opportunities
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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