Psycho Oncologist

Job Description

· To be aware and knowledgeable of the working principles in psychology and oncology in an oncology setting · To assess and identify psychological distress in cancer patients/caregivers/families using appropriate screening measures · Identify psychological distress in cancer patients/caregivers/families that warrant further psychological evaluation and counselling · Coordinating and communicating with consultants regarding the need for psycho-oncological consultations at out-patient and in-patient departments · Implementation of SOPs and processes designed by the department · Conducting sessions with patients/caregivers who report moderate to severe distress (OP & IP), using appropriate psychological interventions · Provide tobacco cessation counselling · Teaching and conducting relaxation for patients/caregivers · Undergo on-going training in psychology, psycho-oncology and tobacco cessation and related oncological concepts · Assist in conducting family sessions with consultants and/or senior psychologist · Take part in the formation and facilitation of support groups · Plan,conduct and present research studies with the senior psychologist · Taking note of the patients who are getting discharged in the IP and number of patients in OP · Participating and conducting in house training for nurses and other staff on identification and understanding of psychological issues and distress · Conducting appropriate psychological assessments if patient warrants a clinical diagnosis · Attending conferences, workshops, discussion etc related to psycho-oncology in hospital and outside · Organizing and conducting workshops and programs in psycho-oncology Participating in out-reach programs and cancer awareness programs Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month Benefits: Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person