Staff Psychologist

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations utilizing clinical interviews - behavioral observations - standardized psychological testing - and evidence-based assessment instruments
• Diagnose mental health disorders utilizing DSM-5-TR criteria and formulate appropriate treatment recommendations
• Deliver evidence-based individual - couples - family - and group psychotherapy utilizing brief - solution-focused - and recovery-oriented treatment approaches
• Conduct functional assessments related to depression - anxiety - PTSD - insomnia - chronic pain - substance use disorders - health behavior change - adjustment disorders - and other behavioral health concerns commonly treated in Primary Care
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing measurement-based care and evidence-based clinical practice guidelines
• Perform suicide risk assessments - violence risk assessments - crisis intervention - and safety planning consistent with VHA policy
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers - nursing staff - social workers - pharmacists - care managers - and specialty mental health providers to coordinate Veteran-centered care
• Deliver consultation to Primary Care teams regarding behavioral health conditions affecting medical treatment outcomes
• Utilize population health management principles to improve access to behavioral health services and reduce barriers to care
• Deliver psychoeducation to Veterans - families - caregivers - and interdisciplinary staff regarding behavioral health conditions and evidence-based treatment options
• Document clinical services accurately and timely in the electronic health record in accordance with VHA documentation standards
• Maintain clinical privileges and practice within the ethical standards established by APA - VHA - and applicable state licensing boards
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case conferences
• Maintain knowledge of current clinical research and incorporate evidence-based interventions into daily practice
• Support VHA Whole Health initiatives and Veteran-centered care through collaborative interdisciplinary practice
• Serve on Medical Center - Service Line - or interdisciplinary committees as assigned
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Major duties include - but not limited to the following:

• Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations utilizing clinical interviews - behavioral observations - standardized psychological testing - and evidence-based assessment instruments
• Diagnose mental health disorders utilizing DSM-5-TR criteria and formulate appropriate treatment recommendations
• Deliver evidence-based individual - couples - family - and group psychotherapy utilizing brief - solution-focused - and recovery-oriented treatment approaches
• Conduct functional assessments related to depression - anxiety - PTSD - insomnia - chronic pain - substance use disorders - health behavior change - adjustment disorders - and other behavioral health concerns commonly treated in Primary Care
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing measurement-based care and evidence-based clinical practice guidelines
• Perform suicide risk assessments - violence risk assessments - crisis intervention - and safety planning consistent with VHA policy
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers - nursing staff - social workers - pharmacists - care managers - and specialty mental health providers to coordinate Veteran-centered care
• Deliver consultation to Primary Care teams regarding behavioral health conditions affecting medical treatment outcomes
• Utilize population health management principles to improve access to behavioral health services and reduce barriers to care
• Deliver psychoeducation to Veterans - families - caregivers - and interdisciplinary staff regarding behavioral health conditions and evidence-based treatment options
• Document clinical services accurately and timely in the electronic health record in accordance with VHA documentation standards
• Maintain clinical privileges and practice within the ethical standards established by APA - VHA - and applicable state licensing boards
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case conferences
• Maintain knowledge of current clinical research and incorporate evidence-based interventions into daily practice
• Support VHA Whole Health initiatives and Veteran-centered care through collaborative interdisciplinary practice
• Serve on Medical Center - Service Line - or interdisciplinary committees as assigned
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-11 to GS-13.

Schedule

Monday-Friday - 8:00am-4:30pm