Clinical Psychologist

Job Description – Clinical Psychologist

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist

Department: Clinical Psychology / Mental Health Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre

Reporting To: [Clinical Director / Head of Psychology / Medical Director]

Key Responsibilities

1. Psychological Assessment & Evaluation

Conduct detailed clinical interviews and mental-health assessments.

Assess clients presenting with emotional, behavioural, developmental, cognitive, and psychological concerns.

Select and administer appropriate standardized psychological tests based on the referral question and client needs.

Score, interpret, and document psychological test results accurately.

Prepare comprehensive psychological assessment reports.

Provide appropriate feedback and explain assessment findings to clients and caregivers in an understandable manner.

Identify clinical concerns and formulate cases based on assessment findings.

2. Psychotherapy & Psychological Interventions

Provide individual psychological therapy and counselling.

Conduct family and/or group interventions where appropriate.

Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment.

Use evidence-based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the client's presenting concerns and professional training.

Address concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, behavioural difficulties, adjustment issues, relationship concerns, trauma-related difficulties, and other psychological problems within the psychologist's scope of practice.

Monitor treatment response and modify interventions when clinically indicated.

Maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries and professional relationships.

3. Client & Caregiver Support

Provide psychoeducation regarding psychological and behavioural concerns.

Support clients and caregivers in understanding treatment goals and intervention strategies.

Provide guidance on coping strategies, behavioural management, emotional regulation, and relapse-prevention strategies where appropriate.

Encourage client participation and adherence to the agreed treatment plan.

Maintain a respectful, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive approach.

4. Clinical Documentation

Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date clinical records.

Document assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, intervention outcomes, and follow-up recommendations.

Prepare psychological assessment and treatment reports as required.

Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and clinical records.

Ensure documentation is completed within organizational and professional timelines.

5. Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Coordinate with psychiatrists, physicians, neurologists, paediatricians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, special educators, social workers, and other professionals as required.

Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning.

Communicate relevant clinical observations and treatment progress to the appropriate team members while maintaining confidentiality.

Refer clients to other professionals or services when their needs fall outside the psychologist's scope of practice.

6. Risk Assessment & Clinical Escalation

Identify and appropriately respond to clinical risk concerns, including risk of self-harm, harm to others, abuse, neglect, or significant deterioration in functioning.

Follow the organization's established protocols for risk assessment, documentation, escalation, and referral.

Seek appropriate senior or medical support when required.

Maintain clear documentation of risk assessments and clinical decisions.

7. Follow-up & Outcome Monitoring

Conduct regular follow-up sessions to evaluate client progress.

Monitor treatment goals and clinical outcomes.

Review and update treatment plans based on client response.

Maintain appropriate follow-up schedules and referral recommendations.

Support continuity of care through appropriate communication and documentation.

8. Professional & Organizational Responsibilities

Maintain professional, ethical, and legal standards applicable to clinical psychology practice.

Protect client privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Participate in clinical meetings, supervision, training, workshops, and professional development activities.

Stay updated with current evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention practices.

Follow organizational policies, clinical protocols, and quality standards.

Contribute to mental-health awareness programs, workshops, or psychoeducation sessions when required.