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We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Clinical Psychologist to join the Children’s Psychology team at Poole Hospital. Our small psychology team works closely with our paediatric consultants, nurses, and other allied health professionals to support both outpatients and admissions. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the diabetes and oncology teams to help assess and support the emotional well-being of the children and their families/carers.
Clinical supervision will be provided, and the post holder will be fully supported if the post is taken as a preceptorship role. This opportunity is suited to someone who is creative and innovative and can demonstrate excellent clinical and communication skills whilst demonstrating compassion and flexibility within this busy service.
Interview Date: TBC
Base Location: Poole Hospital
1. To provide a specialist direct clinical service to young people and families in the paediatric oncology and diabetes service.
2. To provide a specialist indirect clinical service through consultation, supervision, teaching, and training for colleagues within the paediatric diabetes and oncology teams.
3. To undertake appropriate research, audit, and evaluation.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Liz Hickson
Job title: Lead Clinical Psychologist- Paediatrics
Email address: liz.hickson@uhd.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0300 019 3008
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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