Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant)
About The Position
This Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant) position is with the 88th Medical Group at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. The psychologist provides mental health services in a primary care setting, including biopsychosocial evaluations, evidence-based treatment, consultation with primary care providers and staff, psychoeducational classes, and electronic health record documentation. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive, salary negotiation for candidates new to Federal service, and student loan repayment may be authorized. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
Requirements
- A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
- One year of specialized experience conducting mental health assessments, providing individual and group treatment, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team; education cannot substitute for this experience.
- A current, active, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice psychology independently from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction.
- Must provide a copy of the clinical license with the application.
- Must meet credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
- Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Must complete required background investigation and suitability or fitness determination.
- Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
- Must complete pre-employment screening and submit to random drug testing, including random urinalysis.
- Must complete a pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
- Must complete tuberculosis testing and/or provide a record of tuberculosis testing.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Must complete a one-year probationary period.
- Must use direct deposit for pay.
Responsibilities
- Conduct biopsychosocial evaluations to propose mental health interventions.
- Provide evidence-based treatment using behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
- Provide primary care providers and staff with regular, concise feedback on referred patients’ status and recommendations for team-based care.
- Implement psychoeducational classes targeting high-frequency diagnoses in the primary care clinic.
- Document patient encounter information in the electronic health record.
Benefits
- A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
- Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.
- Student loan repayment may be authorized.
- Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
