Clinical Psychologist Bariatric Surgery

Provide cognitive behavioural therapy and psychological assessments at the Adult Bariatric Surgical Clinic within Royal Alexandra Hospital’s outpatient department.

As a Psychologist I, you will deliver standard psychology services to bariatric patients and families. You will assess clients, lead or co-lead psychotherapy groups, and develop treatment plans with internists, psychiatrists, nurses, dieticians, and social workers. Your work supports services aligned with professional standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform individual psychological assessments and consultations
• Lead or co-lead psychotherapy groups for bariatric clients
• Use cognitive behavioural therapy and educational approaches
• Develop individual treatment plans with multidisciplinary teams
• Further develop the bariatric treatment program creatively

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Psychology from an accredited university program
• Applied psychology specialization relevant to the practice setting
• Active or eligible College of Alberta Psychologists registration
• Provisional Psychologists may be considered
• Ability to provide standard level psychology services

Apply psychological assessment, cognitive behavioural therapy, and group psychotherapy skills within Royal Alexandra Hospital’s bariatric clinic.

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