Health Psychologist
18AI USED FOR18%moving to58%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Health Psychologist
Health Psychologists work in hospitals and clinics helping people look after their physical and mental health better. They use science and talking skills to help people change habits and deal with illness.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
NHSThe NHS is the largest employer of health psychologists in the UK, offering diverse opportunities across various healthcare settings.MindA leading mental health charity, Mind employs health psychologists to support individuals facing mental health challenges.Public Health EnglandThis government agency focuses on improving public health and employs health psychologists to design and implement health promotion strategies.University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustUCLH offers innovative roles for health psychologists, integrating research with clinical practice.BPS (British Psychological Society)The BPS provides resources and support for health psychologists, promoting professional development and networking opportunities.Camden and Islington NHS Foundation TrustThis local trust offers a range of mental health services and employs health psychologists to enhance patient care.Birmingham City UniversityAs an educational institution, they employ health psychologists for research and teaching roles, contributing to the next generation of professionals.South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation TrustThis trust is known for its comprehensive mental health services and employs health psychologists to support diverse communities.The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation TrustSpecialising in cancer treatment, they employ health psychologists to support patients through their healthcare journeys.The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation TrustThis trust focuses on mental health and emotional wellbeing, employing health psychologists to provide therapeutic support.