Clinical Psychologist

Clinical Psychologist

Dhulikhel Hospital seeks a clinical psychologist to help patients who are dealing with stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and other emotional and mental health issues that affect their well-being and quality of life.

Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Conduct initial assessments of patients’ needs and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide counselling sessions using various evidence-based modalities, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, or solution-focused therapy
• Neuropsychological assessment for general cognitive functioning, learning disorders and ADHD in adults and children
• Conduct programs on educating patients and their families on coping skills, stress management, and self-care strategies
• Collaborate with other health care professionals, such as physicians, nurses and psychiatrists, to ensure coordinated and holistic care
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of patient information and interventions
• Conducting scientific studies of behavior patterns and cognitive function in all age group
• Researching psychological, emotional, behavioral or organizational patterns and identifying issues
• Diagnosing potential disorders and discussing methods of treatment with patients
• Engagement in Academic activities and Research related with Psychology
• Researching and writing papers on clinical psychology issues and disorders

Educational Qualification

• Master’s degree or higher in clinical psychology.

Experience

• Experience working as a psychologist counsellor in a hospital or clinical setting
• Experience in addressing psychological concerns of healthcare workers and medical students
• Experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, panic disorder, adjustment disorder as well as stress management and grief.
• Experience of conducting systematic review, research publications.

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of various psychological theories and interventions (CBT,ACT,PBT) and their application to all age groups.
• Proficient in SPSS, Microsoft office
• Excellent communication, listening, and rapport-building skills
• Compassion, empathy, and respect for patients and their confidentiality
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Expected Duration of Contract: Fixed Term 12 months

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application to Dhulikhel Hospital by August 23, 2024 with following documents.

Cover letter addressed to the Administrative Director.

• Updated resume with 2 reference.
• Copy of Academic certificates
• Any experience letters and other supporting documents for this position

Selection Process: Only candidates under serious consideration will be notified.

Administrative Director

Dhulikhel Hospital