Clinical Psychologist - Houston Methodist Hospital

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Psychologist position is responsible for providing psychological expertise for the clinical, educational and consultative aspects of the behavioral health program. This position performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation and education by providing individual and group therapy and counseling.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Doctoral degree in psychology, or other related field from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited clinical psychology program. PhD or PsyD

EXPERIENCE

Eight years of experience in individual and/or group counseling Two years post-doctoral experience in a clinical psychology program preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

PSY - Psychologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) to practice in the state of Texas

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations. Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles. Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and standards pertaining to the provision of psychological services. Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnosis and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood. Knowledge of psychological counseling techniques, educational development test administration and interpretation, and interviewing and psychosocial/developmental assessment skills required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs psychosocial evaluations of patients in the behavioral health program to consider all variables that may impact treatment plans and outcomes for patients. Participates in interprofessional care coordination meetings at the request of providers, patients, patient families or staff. Oversees psychological evaluations and behavioral assessments and helps create a standardized level of care with interprofessional health care team. Delivers psychological treatment to patients in the behavioral health program. Responsible for timely documentation and communication to all members of the care team. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace. Participates in business development activities to establish referral pipelines. Help to establish new clinical care models and treatment programs specific to behavioral health. Maintains an awareness of current and changing trends, techniques, methods, and research in the field of clinical psychology and psychological therapy treatments for the specific patient population by attending workshops and professional seminars, reading journals, and external conferences in area of specialty/clinical discipline.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: No Other (department approved): Yes

ON-CALL

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call*: Yes

TRAVEL

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist