Job Description
WE ARE HIRING | CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
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We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh .
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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 .
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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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POSITION
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Clinical Psychologist
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LOCATION
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Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
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EMPLOYMENT TYPE
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Full-time
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ROLE n
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.
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The role involves independent clinical work as well as appropriate collaboration with other healthcare professionals when a multidisciplinary approach is indicated.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES n
• Conduct structured clinical interviews and comprehensive psychological assessments.
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• Establish appropriate clinical formulations based on presenting concerns, history, behavioural patterns, psychosocial factors, and available clinical information.
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• Use standardized psychological and psychometric assessments appropriately and within professional scope.
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• Identify psychological, emotional, behavioural, and psychosocial factors contributing to the patient's presentation.
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• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and formulation.
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• Provide evidence-based psychological interventions appropriate to the patient's clinical needs.
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• Monitor treatment response and review clinical outcomes over the course of care.
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• Conduct appropriate risk assessment, including assessment of self-harm, suicide risk, abuse, neglect, or other relevant safeguarding concerns.
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• Recognize situations requiring psychiatric, medical, emergency, or other specialist referral and coordinate care appropriately.
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• Maintain clear, accurate, confidential, and contemporaneous clinical documentation.
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• Prepare psychological assessment reports and clinical summaries when required.
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• Provide appropriate psychoeducation to patients and caregivers.
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• Maintain clear professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality at all times.
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• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions when psychological input is clinically relevant.
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• Communicate psychological findings to other healthcare professionals appropriately while maintaining patient confidentiality and professional boundaries.
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• Maintain appropriate follow-up and outcome documentation.
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• Remain current with evidence-based psychological practice, clinical research, and professional standards.
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CLINICAL COMPETENCIES n
The candidate should demonstrate competence in:
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• Clinical interviewing
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• Psychological assessment
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• Psychometric assessment
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• Case formulation
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• Differential consideration of psychological presentations
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• Treatment planning
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• Evidence-based psychotherapy
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• Behavioural assessment and intervention
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• Risk assessment
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• Crisis management and appropriate referral
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• Psychoeducation
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• Clinical documentation
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• Outcome monitoring
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THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES n
Training or demonstrated clinical experience in evidence-based approaches such as:
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• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
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• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
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• Behavioural interventions
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• Motivational Interviewing
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• Mindfulness-based interventions
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• Trauma-informed approaches
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• Family-based interventions
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• Group interventions
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will be an advantage.
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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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PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS n
• Appropriate postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology recognized under applicable Indian regulations.
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• Valid RCI registration / Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR), where applicable to the professional's qualification and scope of practice.
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• Demonstrable supervised and/or independent clinical experience appropriate to the level of the position.
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• Strong understanding of professional ethics, confidentiality, informed consent, documentation, and clinical boundaries.
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• Ability to recognize the limits of one's own scope of practice and make appropriate referrals when required.
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EXPERIENCE n
2+ years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
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Experience in a hospital, mental health service, multidisciplinary clinical setting, or established psychological practice will be an advantage.
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Candidates with strong clinical training and appropriate qualified credentials may also be considered based on competency and role fit.
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WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO n
• Thinks clinically rather than providing generic counselling.
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• Can independently assess a case and develop a defensible clinical formulation.
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• Understands that psychological symptoms need to be assessed in the context of the individual's medical, social, behavioural, and psychosocial history.
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• Is comfortable managing complex presentations within their professional scope.
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• Knows when a case requires collaboration or referral rather than attempting to manage everything independently.
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• Communicates professionally with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
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• Maintains appropriate therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality.
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• Uses evidence to guide clinical decisions.
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• Is receptive to clinical discussion, supervision, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
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• Demonstrates maturity, emotional regulation, ethical judgment, and professional accountability.
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WHAT MATTERS TO US n
We value clinical competence over terminology, evidence over assumptions, and patient safety over quick solutions.
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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 APPLY n
Interested candidates may send their updated CV to:
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[email protected]
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Please mention:
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“Clinical Psychologist – Vijayawada”
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in the subject line.
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Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
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Employment Type: Full-time
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