Summary
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group is seeking a Psychologist to assess, diagnose and treat emotional, mental and behavioural concerns. The role includes developing treatment plans, providing therapy, monitoring patient progress, documenting care and working with an interdisciplinary health team. Applicants need a Master's degree in Psychology, four years of professional practice after training, and BLS or a relevant certification; a PhD is preferred. Saudi Council licensing and a license from the country of origin are required, with the USA or Canada preferred for the latter.
The posting
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Job Purpose / Objective :
Oversees and provide planning and treatment in psychology and conduct functional assessment and identify problems—emotional, mental and behavioural—in their lives and help patients to overcome a range of problems. A clinical psychologist has a stronger focus on those with a psychosis or other serious mental illness.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities :
- Assess and diagnose an individual's needs, abilities or behaviour using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests, interviews and direct observation of behaviour.
- Identify psychological, emotional or behavioural issues.
- Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioural disorders.
- Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes.
- Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment.
- Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions.
- Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team, working alongside other health professionals (e.g., physicians, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, pharmacists and dentists).
- Create and monitor appropriate programs of treatment, including therapy, in collaboration with other involved health professionals.
- Offer therapy for difficulties relating to anxiety, depression, addictions, social/ interpersonal problems, and risky behaviours.
- Rehabilitate patients into the community.
- Develop and evaluating programs for the provision of mental & behavioural health services.
- Provide consultation to other health professionals and other involved staff.
- Carry out applied research, adding to the evidence base of practice in a variety of health care settings
- Document the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in their medical record.
- Administer and monitor appropriate treatment therapies and strategies.
- Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
- Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
- Perform other applicable task and duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.
Requirements
Education/ Professional Qualification:
- Educational : Master’s Degree; preferably PhD
- Professional : Psychology
Experience:
- Four (4) years of professional Psychology practice after training, including evaluation and consultation.
Professional Licensing / Certification / Training:
- Certification : BLS or relevant certification
- Licensing : Saudi Council & Licensed from Country of Origin (preferably USA or Canada)