Clinical Health Psychologist - Cancer Care Support

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Clinical Health Psychologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats the psychological, emotional, cognitive, and functional status of individuals coping with injury or health issues, using a biopsychosocial approach. The role involves evaluating emotional and behavioral symptoms or disorders that may affect daily functioning and quality of life, with the goal of promoting optimal outcomes and adjustment to medical conditions. The psychologist may work in an inpatient consultation-liaison role, integrated clinics, or outpatient settings as part of a multidisciplinary team within a large health system. The position performs duties in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values. It also includes department rotational on-call participation throughout the year.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or School Psychology.
PhD or PsyD from an APA-approved accredited degree-granting college or university.
Pre-doctoral internship from an APA-accredited program.
Post-doctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Health Psychology, or Rehabilitation Psychology.
Psychologist license issued by Florida or a compact state.
Must be eligible for Medical Staff Privileges.
Broad clinical health psychology training and a firm foundation in diagnosis and treatment of medically complex populations.
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions, potentially including ACT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, ERP, DBT, and pain management.
Ability to work effectively, engage, and resolve issues in multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to think critically and make complex decisions in a dynamic environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Outstanding customer service and conflict resolution abilities.
Ability to practice at the top of license, making independent decisions guided by evidence.
Ability to communicate and engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological evaluations to assess patients’ cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning, using appropriate assessment tools and techniques to diagnose psychological conditions.
Provide individual, group, and family therapy to patients dealing with chronic illness, pain management, or other medical conditions.
Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to patients’ psychological needs.
Work with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare providers, to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
Consult with medical staff regarding psychological aspects of patient care.
Educate patients and families about psychological factors that may affect medical conditions and overall health, and provide strategies for coping with stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns.
Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes, in accordance with medical staff documentation requirements.
Participate in departmental and organizational mandatory meetings and training, as well as medical staff psychology section meetings.
Promote psychology trainees’ education and development of skills and knowledge related to health care.
Participate in the psychology fellowship program by providing required didactics, teaching, and supervision of trainees.
Fulfill additional responsibilities for primary supervisors leading a major training rotation, as outlined in the supervision manual.
Follow ethical guidelines and professional standards in clinical practice.
Provide culturally competent care that respects patients’ diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Participate in department rotational on-call throughout the year.