Clinical Psychologist

About the role

Amana Healthcare, a long-term care and rehabilitation provider in the Middle East and GCC and part of the M42 network, is seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist for its team in Al Ain, UAE. The psychologist provides evidence-based psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions to patients with mental health, behavioural, emotional, cognitive and developmental needs, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to build individualised treatment plans.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, clinical interviews and psychometric evaluations.
• Develop individualised, evidence-based treatment plans based on patients' clinical needs.
• Deliver individual and group psychological interventions using recognised therapeutic approaches.
• Assess and manage emotional, behavioural, cognitive, developmental and mental health conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and adapt interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses and other professionals.
• Provide psychological guidance and education to patients and families.
• Identify and escalate clinical risks requiring further psychiatric or multidisciplinary assessment.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and timely clinical documentation.
• Take part in case discussions, clinical governance, quality improvement and professional development.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology followed by a recognised postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology, or an equivalent qualification meeting UAE licensing requirements.
• Valid DOH licence as a Clinical Psychologist, or eligibility to obtain it.
• Relevant clinical experience in psychological assessment and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of psychological assessment, case formulation, treatment planning and therapeutic methodologies.
• Excellent clinical judgement, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centred care, professional ethics, confidentiality and clinical quality.