Principal Clinical Psychologist
Job Title Principal Clinical Psychologist
Location North West of England
Job Type Locum
Speciality Clinical Psychologist
Rates Competitive

Description

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Principal Clinical Psychologist. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior psychologist to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing leadership and expertise in delivering psychological assessments and interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert psychological assessments and formulations for complex cases, utilizing a range of psychological models and therapeutic approaches
  • Lead the development and delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals, groups, and families
  • Offer clinical leadership and supervision to junior psychologists, trainees, and other allied health professionals
  • Ensure the highest standards of psychological care are delivered, maintaining professional guidelines and clinical governance frameworks
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to care planning and service development
  • Oversee the evaluation of therapeutic outcomes, implementing service improvements based on clinical audits and patient feedback
  • Provide training and workshops for staff to enhance psychological understanding and therapeutic skills within the team
  • Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to psychological services
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records and prepare detailed reports for referring clinicians
  • Support the organization in achieving key service targets, including waiting times and clinical outcomes

Requirements:

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) accredited by the BPS
  • HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
  • Significant post-qualification experience in clinical psychology, with expertise in managing complex mental health presentations
  • Proven leadership skills with experience in supervising junior psychologists and other healthcare professionals
  • Strong knowledge of evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with patients and work collaboratively with colleagues
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to professional standards and ethical guidelines

For more information, contact us on +44(0) 203 411 5531 or email on international@globalmedicalhire.co.uk