Job Description – Clinical PsychologistPosition: Clinical Psychologist

Location: Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE) – Chettinad Hospitals, Kelambakkam
Experience: Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a hospital or mental healthcare setting
Qualification: M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology/PsyD from an RCI-recognized institution with valid RCI Registration

About Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE) – Chettinad Hospitals

Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE) – Chettinad Hospitals is a premier healthcare and academic institution committed to excellence in patient care, medical education, research, and innovation. Located at Chettinad Health City, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu – 603103, CARE provides comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare through advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Job Details

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Psychologist to provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, counseling, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for patients across various clinical specialties. The role involves working collaboratively with psychiatrists, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic mental healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct psychological assessments using standardized tools and clinical interviews.
- Diagnose and manage emotional, behavioral, and psychological disorders.
- Provide individual, family,



and group psychotherapy sessions.
- Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, and allied healthcare professionals.
- Offer crisis intervention and psychological support when required.
- Educate patients and caregivers on mental health and coping strategies.
- Participate in departmental meetings, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, hospital policies, and RCI standards.

Required Skills

- Robust knowledge of psychological assessment and psychotherapy techniques.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills.
- Ability to manage diverse patient populations with empathy and professionalism.
- Sound clinical judgment and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in maintaining clinical records and documentation.

Candidate Profile

- M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology/PsyD with valid RCI Registration.
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a hospital or mental healthcare setting.
- Strong assessment, counseling, and therapeutic intervention skills.
- Excellent communication and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume to [email protected]

Contact: Nithin - +91-XXXXXXXXXX

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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