Psychologist with PSYPACT authority (or eligible) to practice telepsychology

Ria Health•Austin, TX

33d•Remote

About The Position

ABOUT RIA HEALTH Ria Health, recognized as the leading national telehealth provider specializing in alcohol use disorder (AUD) treatment, recently raised $12.5 million through a Series B financing led by Peloton Equity. Our existing investors SV Health, BPEA and SOSV also participated in the Series B. Ria Health will enable patients to achieve long term success in reducing or eliminating their alcohol consumption, and live healthier and happier lives. We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our rapidly growing team. Ria Health, recognized as the leading national telehealth provider specializing in alcohol use disorder (AUD) treatment, recently raised $18 million in Series A led by SV Health Investors, LLC. The investment will further the momentum of commercial partnerships that include regional and national health plans, including Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealth Group Optum, Beacon Health Options, Highmark Health, and Magellan Health. JOIN THE RIA HEALTH TEAM! Join the team that integrates medical care, behavioral support, and technology tools to help members achieve their personal goals in treating alcohol misuse. Ria Health is a Center of Excellence that delivers a Joint Commission accredited program that leverages evidence-based pharmacotherapy, psychosocial support, and an engaging care delivery platform to help members achieve lasting improvements in their quality of life. Ria’s published outcomes data set the standard for effectiveness in alcohol treatment. The Ria program is delivered through telehealth and by a care team of Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Coaches with clinical expertise to manage care and outcomes for Ria Health members. WORK AS A RIA HEALTH TELEMEDICINE LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST Ria Health clinical personnel participate in a virtual team clinic environment, working interdependently with team members and departments. The psychologist must have demonstrated experience delivering evidence based psychotherapy, such as CBT, MI, and trauma informed care and training in addiction. Ria clinicians are professional and collegial, with the temperament and judgment to treat patients via telemedicine. Ria clinicians use the Ria platform to monitor and support members’ progress to positive outcomes, and to collaborate with medical, coaching and supporting team members. All clinical staff participate in weekly rounds to review and learn from case situations and the discussion of previous experience. This role is 100% remote. (Contractor starting at 5 hours per week)

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Psychologist or PsyD certified at the independent level with PSYPACT authority (or eligiibe to obtain) to practice telepsychology including the E.Passport Certificate from ASPPB
Three to five years of experience delivering evidence-based psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, trauma and alcohol use disorder
Experience treating individuals age 65 and older and individuals with behavioral and medical conditions
Experience with Medicaid recipients preferred
Technology-savvy and experienced with service apps such as Athenanet, Zoom
Team player; maintains a high level of professionalism with members and team
People oriented, relationship focused; experience with telehealth is desirable
A secure private office with a professional background and appearance including proper lighting and direct high-speed internet capabilities to conduct video medical appointments
Acknowledgment that work may involve working with Protected Healthcare Information and agree to abide by all company policies and procedures for keeping that information secure and private.
Agree to work within the policies and procedures of Ria Health, including the Information Security, Acceptable Use, Remote Work/Teleworking, and the Monitoring and Recording policies.
Violation of company policies may be grounds for discipline, up to and including termination.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological and psychosocial assessments
Develop, implement and revise as needed, personalized interdisciplinary treatment plans
Lead the psychological and psychosocial aspects of treatment for assigned patients
Deliver evidence based psychotherapy for alcohol use disorder, depression, anxiety and trauma primarily in an older population (age 65 and over)
Coordinate care among the interdisciplinary team and externally with other care providers and care managers
Attend weekly rounds and/or team meetings
Monitor health outcomes and use data to inform treatment and discharge plans
Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention as needed
Escalate patient safety issues in accordance with company and professional standards
Manage patient appointments according to company, medical, and insurance requirements
May facilitate psychoeducational or psychotherapy groups
Conduct all clinical services in accordance with industry best practices and Ria Health clinical guidance
The psychologist should be willing to enter into a collaboration agreement with certified alcohol counselors on the team for consultation regarding shared cases.
Communicate with patients through phone, app-based text messages, and HIPAA compliant email
Build relationships with Ria members to support engagement, quality experiences, and lasting outcomes
Demonstrate professionalism, attentiveness, and promptness during sessions, throughout the course of care, and by using technology interfaces with members
Enter clinical documentation and billing information in a compliant manner into Ria Health’s provider platform/EHR
Participation in required training offered by the organization
Collaborate with Medical, Product and Coaching team on program development
Comply with HIPAA/CFR 42 Part 2 privacy standards, Ria Health policies and procedures, reimbursement and accreditation requirements, and Federal/State/Local laws & regulations
Continuous learning and change advocacy as determined by industry trends, community needs, and best practices
Plan schedule around member load to optimize continuity of care

Benefits

Join a team of Mission driven professionals dedicated to offering a next-generation solution in the treatment of heavy alcohol use and addiction
Experience professional growth within a rapidly expanding tech-healthcare company
Work remotely anywhere in the United States
Potential to move from contract basis to part or full time
Competitive compensation
Telehealth training and development
Obtain additional state licenses and credentialing through Ria Health
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Ria Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
MAKE AN IMPACT AT A CRITICAL TIME The pandemic has caused a global crisis; there has been a tremendous increase in anxiety, trauma, and stress for millions of people, increasing the misuse of alcohol. As a result, Ria Health has experienced a 500% increase in demand from patients seeking a specialized treatment program for alcohol misuse. We seek team members motivated to provide high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based care through telemedicine that improves the health and wellbeing of the people we support.
Ria Health Vision: A world with accessible, compassionate, and effective treatments to reduce the burden of all those who suffer from Alcohol Use Disorder.
Ria Health Mission: We combine medical science, technology, and human compassion to deliver private, evidence-based, telehealth alcohol treatment programs for anyone who wants to drink less and live better.
Ria Health Values: Compassion – we promote a culture of empathetic care and communication. We actively listen, we always encourage, and we provide support. Integrity – We are honest, open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves accountable when we make mistakes. Teamwork – working together, we will achieve great things. Embrace Change – We work to drive improvement over perfection, measuring and questioning the status quo to make progress and enhancement. Always Learning – We celebrate curiosity and discovery through development and research.