(Archived) Clinical Psychologist - Post Deployment Assessment

Clinical Psychologist - Post Deployment Assessment job in Groton, Connecticut.

The job is a civilian position within the extensive military medical system. Civilian and military personnel work together in hospitals and clinics providing a full range of services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

• Any US state license honored
• Monday-Friday days
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Competitive Compensation

Clinical Psychologist - Post Deployment Assessment Job Overview:

• Occasional travel may be required
• Provide services within the scope of their competencies and clinical privileges as granted by the Commanding Officer, and the applicable duties provided.
• Coordinate with MTF assigned personnel to schedule initial and follow-on appointments or referrals for service members before they leave the center or the screening at the Line unit.
• Perform assessments, evaluations, consultations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning for all disorders defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (current edition) published by the American Psychiatric Association.
• Contribute to organizational quality assurance goals to include technical peer review; and as required and appropriate, provide technical guidance to fellow healthcare providers.
• Practice within the guidelines of their state licensing board, American Psychological Association Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct, and MTF privileges.
• Conduct psychological evaluations utilizing information from clinical interviews, psychological testing, and collateral sources, as appropriate.
• Establish psychiatric diagnoses according to the American Psychiatric Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Disorders.
• Provide psychological treatment for individuals and groups; help medical and surgical patients deal with illnesses or injuries.
• Assist in rehabilitation of patients.

Clinical Psychologist - Post Deployment Assessment Job Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 1 year of full-time experience within the last 2 years working with patient population with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
• Graduate from an American Psychology Association accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology.
• APA Internship/Residency: Successful completion from an internship in psychology
• Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a psychologist in any US sate.

Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated Fall start date.

Incumbents HIGHLY encourage to contact us! Come join our team of healthcare professionals!