Practitioner Psychologist

Practitioner Psychologist Overview

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Practitioner Psychologist or CBT Therapist specializing in Pain Management within the Enfield Pain Service (EPS). The EPS is dedicated to assisting patients with long-term pain conditions, such as chronic lower back pain and fibromyalgia, by helping them understand their conditions and develop effective pain management strategies to enhance their quality of life.

The successful candidate will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team that includes medical professionals, physiotherapists, and psychologists, with supervision provided by a Band 8a psychologist. While a background in physical health settings is advantageous, comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct specialized psychological assessments for patients with chronic pain conditions.
• Deliver individual psychological interventions utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and compassion-focused therapy (CFT).
• Co-facilitate group pain management programs and assist in their development.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of outcome data for both individual and group interventions.
• Provide advice and consultation regarding patients’ psychological care to colleagues and non-professional caregivers, while working autonomously within established guidelines.
• Employ research skills for audit and research purposes as necessary.

Requirements:

• Possess a post-graduate doctoral level qualification in Counselling or Clinical Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and hold HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist, or have completed a Level 2 Accredited CBT course (High Intensity IAPT Training Course) recognized by the British Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
• Demonstrate experience in a pain management or chronic health conditions setting, providing specialized psychological assessments and interventions.
• Have experience in delivering psychological interventions in group settings.
• Exhibit skills in using outcome measures for psychological assessments and understanding the impact of pain on quality of life.
• Show proficiency in delivering psychological interventions tailored to patients with persistent pain conditions and related psychological difficulties.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to patients, families, and other professionals.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,524 to £62,652 per annum, inclusive of Outer HCAS.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

This role is based at Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield, and applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are encouraged and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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