Psycho Oncologist

· 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

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Oncology: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person