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Staff Psychologist (BHIP/Outpatient Programs)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 7 days ago
About the Role
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
What You'll Do
- →This position is aligned with the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program/Outpatient Mental Health Services.
- →The Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) Psychologist works primarily in an outpatient general mental health setting.
- →The psychologist provides psychodiagnostics assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and other psychological services.
- →The individual will function as part of a multi-disciplinary team to include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, social workers, licensed mental health professionals, nurses, psychology technicians and other disciplines.
- →Clinical Responsibilities Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic and psychotherapy services and uses the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care.
- →Performs psychological evaluations for patients on units to which the psychologist is assigned to provide coverage.
- →Academic/Teaching/Training Involved in Psychology Training Programs, Service Line Committees, Department Committees and/or medical center Committees.
- →Provides leadership guidance and consultation to staffs of units to which assigned.
- →Is involved in the training of graduate trainees, as appropriate.
- →Serves as a consultant to other medical center staff and trainees and assist in their formulation of the psychological characteristics and appropriate treatment expectations regarding their patients.
- →Program Evaluation/Research Oversees the establishment of program monitors and outcome measurements within programs assigned using a data-driven quality assurance process.
- →Is responsible for timely completion of all clinical charting and documentation required by the Medical Center or healthcare system, as appropriate.
- →Plans and oversees the completion of process improvement and/or programs, designed to provide information regarding Presents outcome data and research results at medical center, VA, regional or national scientific or professional meetings.
- →Other Significant Responsibilities Serves on Medical Center or Healthcare System, VISN, and/or National VA committees or task forces.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job.
- ✓All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- ✓Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- ✓Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- ✓You may be required to serve a probationary period.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation.
- ✓Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Pursuant to VHA Directive 1192.01, Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.
- ✓Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted.
- ✓HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service.
- ✓HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 89e188b2-0243-47b1-9421-43d49df27c04
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