Associate Psychologist (DSSOJW)

About the role

The Laboratory of Surgical System & Service Innovation (3SI) at SingHealth is a multi-disciplinary research laboratory focused on surgical health services research that informs healthcare systems, policies and programmes. It is looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and meticulous Associate Psychologist to work with experienced researchers and the clinical team in health system and services innovation research. The Associate Psychologist acts as the patient's main point of contact throughout their serious illness journey.

Key responsibilities

• Patient navigation during the serious illness journey
• Regular screening for palliative or rehabilitation needs
• Conduct serious illness conversations and advanced care planning
• Patient education, support and counselling in the context of serious illness
• Data collection, including quality of life questionnaires and patient interviews
• Data synthesis and analysis of collected data
• Support for posters, conferences and manuscripts, and grant support

Applicants may also pursue an Associate Psychologist-researcher track within the laboratory and take part in clinical and health services research projects.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree majoring in Psychology
• Background in Nursing, Medical Social Work, Counselling or Ethics is an added advantage
• Experience in voluntary or social work is an added advantage
• Passion for clinical and health services research to help patients with advanced cancers
• Fast learner, good team player who can work independently and collaboratively

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good interpersonal skills