Psychologist

Details Open Date 09/18/2026 Requisition Number PRN46260B Job Title PS Psychologist Working Title Psychologist Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Opportunity to telecommute 1 day per week may be possible. VP Area President Department 00316 - University Counseling Center Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $83,000 - $95,000 depending on licensure and experience Close Date 12/18/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The University Counseling Center ( UCC ) at the University of Utah enthusiastically welcomes applications for a full-time staff psychologist to become an integral member of our large dynamic multidisciplinary team. This is a fully benefited, full-time 12-month position. Responsibilities include providing individual, group, relationship counseling, conducting initial consultations, clinical supervision, and crisis intervention services. Possession of strong clinical skills, the ability to manage a full client caseload, demonstrated competence in working effectively with a wide range of clientele and presenting concerns, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team is desired. The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of and experience with college student mental health needs and will have Psychologist licensure to practice independently and provide clinical supervision under Utah law. Advanced clinical skills in high demand clinical areas (such as mood disorders, OCD , complex trauma, suicidality) preferred. About Student Affairs is comprised of more than 20 departments, Student Affairs encourages U students to participate in the creation of their own campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners to ensure all members of our community not only feel welcomed but are fully incorporated into university life. A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions. 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system. Tuition reduction for employees and family members. Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available. Free public transportation pass (see here for more information). Provide initial consultations and crisis intervention services. Conduct individual, couple/relationship, and group psychotherapy. Provide outreach presentations to the campus community. Provide clinical supervision and actively participate in other training-related activities. Other responsibilities as assigned. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Minimum Qualifications Required Ph.D or Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program in counseling, school or clinical psychology or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Current licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Utah. One year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy within a clinical setting. Applicants who hold an active license in another state and are eligible, or may become eligible, for licensure in Utah can apply. Preferred Experience with hospital- based psychological practices (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and / or outpatient). Experience with individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and a variety of assessment experiences including intellectual, neuropsychological, and affective/behavioral assessment. Licensed for two years or more, and experience, training, or interest in providing clinical supervision to interns and residents. Completion of an APA -approved doctoral internship. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Preferences Type Benefited Staff Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems(“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. 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