Assistant Psychologist - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom - South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Up to 37.5 Hours per week


The Medical Psychology service provides psychological assessment, support and treatment to medical patients within the South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

It is the largest hospital trust in the Tees Valley, with two acute hospitals and services in a number of community hospitals and community-based services.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Assistant Psychologist to join the team.

The post holder will work closely with the qualified Psychologists / Psychological Therapists to deliver psychological aspects of care within a number of multi-disciplinary teams (potentially including cancer, neurosciences and/or major trauma).

They will work closely with the wider MDT to support and develop psychological understanding of patients' presenting difficulties through consultation, supervision and support, providing interventions for patients and their families.


The post holder will have excellent communication skills and will have demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Above all you must be passionate about working with medical patients, using drive and innovation to make positive changes for this specific patient group.


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