Clinical Psychologist - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (M89651)

About the role

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to join our team in delivering exceptional outpatient rehabilitation psychology services while advancing our mission of education, innovation, and research.

Responsibilities

• Clinical:
  • Conduct clinical psychological assessments of adults with traumatic or acquired brain injuries, stroke, movement disorders, epilepsy, brain tumors, neurological disorders, and other disabling illnesses or injuries.
  • Provide evidence-based interventions, including psychoeducation; therapeutic interventions to support adjustment to disability for patients, families, and caregivers; behavior management; and pain management.
  • Provide consultation to referral sources and interdisciplinary treatment teams; collaborate regarding patients' cognitive and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and neurobehavioral needs; and improve patients' and families' psychological well-being through the development and implementation of intervention plans based on interviews, observations, and test findings.
  • Prepare and submit documentation in a timely manner, including reports and progress notes; serve as a liaison among psychology staff, referring professionals, patients, and families.
• Teaching:
  • Provide didactic and informal presentations in university, hospital, and community settings, as available.
  • Assist in the training and evaluation of fellows, house staff, and students assigned to the rehabilitation team.
  • Provide oversight and formal supervision, as appropriate, for psychology learners.
• Research: Participate in research activities aligned with the clinician's interests while supporting ongoing and new projects, as appropriate, within the context of clinical care.
• Service:
  • Serve on university and department committees, as requested.
  • Participate in activities sponsored by advocacy and service organizations that support individuals with disabilities.
  • Contribute to the field of psychology through participation in professional organizations.
• Other (Administrative and Related Duties):
  • Contribute to the development of clinical, academic, and research programs that support the continued excellence and growth of the VCU PM&R Rehabilitation Psychology Service.
  • Meet departmental needs as defined by the lead rehabilitation psychology clinician and department chair.
  • Represent the department at official meetings, as requested.
  • Attend scheduled Grand Rounds, staff conferences, and lectures, as requested.
  • Maintain professional credentials and complete continuing education requirements as required by the hospital, university, and state practice organizations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. or Psy.D., and licensed or license-eligible to practice psychology in the Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Completion of an internship/postdoctoral training with relevant experience in rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology, and/or health psychology
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills
  • Demonstrated record of strong academic achievement
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in pain management
  • Experience working with patients in medical settings and/or with individuals adjusting to new injuries or illnesses, as well as strong clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of traditional psychological disorders (e.g., anxiety and mood disorders)
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new evidence-based clinical initiatives
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Flexibility, enthusiasm, and openness to new experiences, with a commitment to contributing to a fulfilling and dynamic professional environment