Job Description WE ARE HIRING | CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
n We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
n This is a clinical role for a professional who is confident in psychological assessment, clinical formulation, evidence-based psychological intervention, and independent clinical decision-making.
n We are looking for someone who approaches psychological care with clinical depth, professional integrity, confidentiality, and respect for the individual needs of every patient.
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n POSITION
n Clinical Psychologist
n LOCATION
n Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
n EMPLOYMENT TYPE
n Full-time
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ROLEn The Clinical Psychologist will be responsible for the psychological assessment and management of patients presenting with a range of emotional, behavioural, psychological, and adjustment-related concerns.
n The role involves independent clinical work as well as appropriate collaboration with other healthcare professionals when a multidisciplinary approach is indicated.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESn • Conduct structured clinical interviews and comprehensive psychological assessments.
n • Establish appropriate clinical formulations based on presenting concerns, history, behavioural patterns, psychosocial factors, and available clinical information.
n • Use standardized psychological and psychometric assessments appropriately and within qualified scope.
n • Identify psychological, emotional, behavioural, and psychosocial factors contributing to the patient's presentation.
n • Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and formulation.
n • Provide evidence-based psychological interventions appropriate to the patient's clinical needs.
n • Monitor treatment response and review clinical outcomes over the course of care.
n • Conduct appropriate risk assessment, including assessment of self-harm, suicide risk, abuse, neglect, or other relevant safeguarding concerns.
n • Recognize situations requiring psychiatric, medical, emergency, or other specialist referral and coordinate care appropriately.
n • Maintain clear, accurate, confidential, and contemporaneous clinical documentation.
n • Prepare psychological assessment reports and clinical summaries when required.
n • Provide appropriate psychoeducation to patients and caregivers.
n • Maintain clear skilled boundaries and uphold confidentiality at all times.




n • Participate in multidisciplinary discussions when psychological input is clinically relevant.
n • Communicate psychological findings to other healthcare professionals appropriately while maintaining patient confidentiality and qualified boundaries.
n • Maintain appropriate follow-up and outcome documentation.
n • Remain current with evidence-based psychological practice, clinical research, and professional standards.
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CLINICAL COMPETENCIESn The candidate should demonstrate competence in:
n • Clinical interviewing
n • Psychological assessment
n • Psychometric assessment
n • Case formulation
n • Differential consideration of psychological presentations
n • Treatment planning
n • Evidence-based psychotherapy
n • Behavioural assessment and intervention
n • Risk assessment
n • Crisis management and appropriate referral
n • Psychoeducation
n • Clinical documentation
n • Outcome monitoring
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THERAPEUTIC APPROACHESn Training or demonstrated clinical experience in evidence-based approaches such as:
n • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
n • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
n • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
n • Behavioural interventions
n • Motivational Interviewing
n • Mindfulness-based interventions
n • Trauma-informed approaches
n • Family-based interventions
n • Group interventions
n will be an advantage.
n The candidate should be able to select and apply an intervention based on clinical formulation rather than relying on a single therapeutic approach for every patient.
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QUALIFIED REQUIREMENTSn • Appropriate postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology recognized under applicable Indian regulations.
n • Valid RCI registration / Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR), where applicable to the skilled's qualification and scope of practice.




n • Demonstrable supervised and/or independent clinical experience appropriate to the level of the position.
n • Strong understanding of professional ethics, confidentiality, informed consent, documentation, and clinical boundaries.
n • Ability to recognize the limits of one's own scope of practice and make appropriate referrals when required.
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EXPERIENCEn 2+ years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
n Experience in a hospital, mental health service, multidisciplinary clinical setting, or established psychological practice will be an advantage.
n Candidates with strong clinical training and appropriate professional credentials may also be considered based on competency and role fit.
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WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHOn • Thinks clinically rather than providing generic counselling.
n • Can independently assess a case and develop a defensible clinical formulation.
n • Understands that psychological symptoms need to be assessed in the context of the individual's medical, social, behavioural, and psychosocial history.
n • Is comfortable managing complex presentations within their professional scope.
n • Knows when a case requires collaboration or referral rather than attempting to manage everything independently.
n • Communicates professionally with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
n • Maintains appropriate therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality.
n • Uses evidence to guide clinical decisions.
n • Is receptive to clinical discussion, supervision, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
n • Demonstrates maturity, emotional regulation, ethical judgment, and professional accountability.
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WHAT MATTERS TO USn We value clinical competence over terminology, evidence over assumptions, and patient safety over quick solutions.
n The psychologist joining our team will have the professional autonomy to conduct psychological assessment and intervention within their scope of practice, while contributing psychological expertise to a broader clinical care environment.
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TO APPLYn Interested candidates may send their updated CV to:
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n Please mention:
n "Clinical Psychologist – Vijayawada"
n in the subject line.
n Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
n Employment Type: Full-time

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