Psycho Oncology

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

**Required Education**:M.Phil Psycho-oncology

**Preferred Education**:
MSc Psychology (Clinical/Counselling/ Applied))

**Experience**:2 - 5years

**Knowledge and Specific Skills**:Technical/Functional:

- In depth Domain Knowledge
- Basic counseling skills, working knowledge of specific psychotherapies

**Benefits**:

- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift

Work Location: In person