What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist position at Intermountain Health?

Job Description :

The Clinical Psychologist is a vital member of a multi-disciplinary team composed of psychiatrists, psychologists, nursing, and other disciplines to provide holistic or comprehensive medical and counseling services to patients. They interview patients and give diagnostic tests. Additionally, the Clinical Psychologist provides individual, family or group psychotherapy, and collaborates with the behavioral health team to develop and implement behavior modification programs, with treatment and intervention programs that patients can understand and comply with.

To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer a $2500 sign on bonus to those that have 1 year of experience.

Job Specifics

Pay Range : $ 49.86 - $76.93 Exempt
Benefits Eligible : Yes
FTE : Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, may include weekend and / or evening coverage.
Shift (40 / hrs, 5 hour days 8 : 30am-5pm with a lunch)
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Selected candidate will have a 12 week credentialing period, that must be successfully completed prior to starting.

This position is responsible for improving patient safety and individualized programming on the inpatient unit.

Job Essentials

Assesses the patient's medical history, mental health history, and current presentation to understand the patient's needs from treatment.

Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional and behavioral disorders.

Develops a plan of care either individually or with input from the patient, patient family / significant others, physicians and other members of the healthcare team.

Provides treatment based on patient need and evidenced based interventions.

Refers patients to other services to improve their well-being. These referrals may include community services, treatment programs, support groups, and / or psychiatrists (or other mental health providers).

Properly documents pertinent information in regard to the patient's plan of care.

Works with the multi-disciplinary team to develop a discharge plan in order to provide further care, services, and referrals in order to ensure continuity of care.

Provides psychological testing as indicated by the patient condition.

Complies with federal, state, local and clinical program / facility standards.

Provides care and treatment within the scope of the Mental Health Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D) in Psychology. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

Current Utah license as a psychologist.

Psychologist will adhere to all appropriate standards of practice as outlined by the American Psychological Association, State Licensing Board, and Intermountain Healthcare.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a behavioral health outpatient setting.

Physical Requirements :

Ongoing need for employee to see and assess various nonverbal cues used in patient diagnosis / assessment in order to understand and develop treatment options.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, as well as hear and respond quickly to emergent needs or issues that may arise with patients.

Location :

Primary Childrens at Wasatch Canyons

Work City : Salt Lake City

Work State : Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

49.86 - $76.93

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.

Salary : $50 - $77

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