Licensed Psychologist
About The Position
The Licensed Psychologist is a member of a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, psychologists, therapists, nursing, and other disciplines. The role provides comprehensive medical and mental health services to patients through clinical interviews, diagnostic testing as indicated, psychotherapy, and collaboration with the behavioral health team to develop and implement evidence-based treatment and interventions. The psychologist assesses patients, diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, develops individualized plans of care, provides evidence-based treatment, refers patients to appropriate services, documents care, and consults with the multidisciplinary team on treatment, behavior, and discharge planning.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
- Current psychologist license in the state or states where patient care is delivered.
Nice To Haves
- PSYPACT eligibility or PSYPACT authorization.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ medical and mental health histories and current presentations to understand their treatment needs.
- Diagnose and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including through psychotherapy or psychological testing.
- Develop plans of care individually or with input from patients, their families or significant others, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
- Provide treatment based on patient needs using evidence-based interventions.
- Refer patients to services that may support their well-being, including community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, and other mental health providers.
- Document pertinent information regarding patients’ plans of care.
- Consult with the multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans, behavior plans, and discharge plans.
- Interview patients and conduct diagnostic tests as clinically indicated.
- Provide individual, family, or group psychotherapy.
Benefits
- $2,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- A comprehensive benefits package covering programs intended to support well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
