Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology

Job summary

Band 8a Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology - maternity leave cover post.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced clinician to join our Neuropsychology team.

The role will be providing input to the Neuropsychology outpatient/community service for 15 hours per week on a fixed term basis, to cover maternity leave for up to10 months.

For further details/queries please contact: Dr Jane McNeil - Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist

Jane.Mcneil@solent.nhs.uk

Only open to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, South Central Ambulance Service, Isle of Wight NHS FT or Hampshire Hospitals FT

Main duties of the job

This post is part of the HIOWH NHS Foundation Trust Neuropsychology service

This service focuses on Clinical Neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation for adults, with an acquired brain injury with cognitive, emotional and behavioural sequelae, living in the community with their partners, family and carers. The service aims to minimise the negative effects of brain injury and to maximise the neuropsychological and emotional functioning of clients referred to the service.

Neurologically impaired clients and their families can be distressed, behaviourally disturbed, disinhibited and contribute to an emotionally charged and stressful environment.

Clinical work will involve direct contact with individuals and families going through a range of changes such as possible relationship breakdown; potential loss of employment; family distress; mental health difficulties and challenging behaviours. There is occasional exposure to hostile situations with potential for both physical and verbal aggression.

High levels of interpersonal and communication skills are required in addition to being able to maintain a high degree of professionalism under difficult circumstances.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Western Community Hospital

Walnut Grove

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 4XE

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Western Community Hospital

Walnut Grove

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 4XE

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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