We have a new need for a full time Clinical Psychologist at the Naval Branch Health Clinic in Belle Chasse, LA
Job Specific Duties:
• Practice within the guidelines of their state licensing board, American Psychological Association Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct, and facility 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.
• Targeted assessment and evaluation, including diagnostic impressions and functional status focused on the presenting problem.
Work Schedule:
Normal schedule is Monday - Friday, 8.5 or 9 hours between 7:30am and 5:00pm, including a half-hour or full hour lunch break.
No Weekends, No Call, No Holidays!
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited psychology program.
Internship/Residency: Successful completion from an internship in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year post-grad experience within the past 2-years as a licensed clinical psychologist
License: Active, unrestricted license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist from any state.
Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. All applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a background check and pre-employment drug test.
Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits:
Base salary: $65.00 - $80.00/hr depending on experience or $130.00/hr as 1099 contractor
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000 payable with first paycheck!