Health Psychologist for Fort Belvoir Community Hospital Job at MDPerm, Fort Belvoir, VA

RmJpYUJnZUNMV3NTeW1EenpZVy9lSE5oQkE9PQ==
  • MDPerm
  • Fort Belvoir, VA

Job Description

Clinical Psychologist for Fort Belvoir Community Hospita   Department of Surgery

Emphasis on Bariatric Surgery
Integrated Weight Management Program
Interventional Pain Medicine

Qualifications of the Clinical Psychologist:

Degree/Education: Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited program.

Internship: APA-approved internship or residency

Licensure/Registration: Must have and maintain an active, unrestricted, current license to practice Clinical Psychology in any one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands that allow for the independent practice of clinical services.

Experience: Must have a minimum of two years of experience working as a Clinical Psychologist, and will have practiced as a Clinical Psychologist within the last two years.

Duties of the Clinical Psychologist: 

Bariatric and Weightloss:

  • Conduct psychological evaluations for patients under consideration for bariatric weight loss surgery.
    • Assess for underlying psychological concerns that may impact their success with the surgery (e.G., active psychosis, trauma, eating disorder, suicidal ideation/self-harm).
    • Assess the patient s understanding of surgery, the risks, and management requirements.
  • Provide brief, evidence-based therapy to patients pre-surgery and/ or post-surgery who have psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, and/or eating-related disorders.
  • Individual and group therapy for Active-Duty service members addressing
    • Weight management
    • Motivation and behavioral concerns
    • Eating disorders (e.G., anorexia nervosa, bulimia)
    • Body image, body dissatisfaction, and identity concerns
    • Self-esteem and self-acceptance
    • Support and relational stress
    • Anxiety and/or depressive symptoms associated with weight concerns

Cancer Care:  Provide evidence-based psychotherapy and psychological testing for patients with cancer and other behavioral health needs.

  • Diagnose and evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals and administers programs of treatment; interviews patients in clinics, hospitals, and other settings and studies medical and social case histories.
  • Observe patients in various situations; select, administer, and interpret intelligence, personality, or other psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate plans of treatment, and provides consultation to other mental health professionals with regard to test results.
  • Treat psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments utilizing various psychological techniques; selects appropriate treatment approach and plans frequency, intensity, and duration of individual, group, and family therapies.

Hours/Schedule:

  • 80 hours per two weeks, schedule can vary.
  • The normal hours of work are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00am to 7:00pm ,  Shifts may vary 8, or 10 hour 
  • No Federal Holidays
  • Duty on weekends and outside normal clinic hours may be required based on mission requirements

Compensation and Benefits:

  • 5K Sign-on Bonus
  • 17 Paid Sick and PTO days
  • 10 Paid Federal Holidays
  • Health and Welfare Benefit

MDPerm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDPerm does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Internship, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

Similar Jobs

UBS

Real Estate Asset Analyst - Commercial Job at UBS

 ...Your role Are you a real estate expert with strong negotiation skills? Have you got a track...  ...a portfolio of approximately 12 to 16 Commercial and Industrial investment properties. Key...  ...plans and tracking key property-level financials; maintain and update ARGUS... 

IXL Real Estate

Real Estate Agent Job at IXL Real Estate

ATTENTION REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS & AMBITIOUS GO-GETTERS!Are You Ready to REVOLUTIONIZE Your Real Estate Career?IXL Real Estate...  ...* Comprehensive marketing resources* Professional development training* Proven lead generation systems* Mentorship from... 

Clinton Electric Co., Inc.

Electrical Helper (Travels) Job at Clinton Electric Co., Inc.

 ...CEC) is looking for an Electrical Apprentice *Must be able to Travel for 1-2 weeks at any given time all year long. Please not...  ...Job Summary: The Apprentice works side by side with an Electrician, helping the electrician wherever needed on each jobsite. Requirements... 

PTW Energy Services Ltd.

General Construction Labourers Job at PTW Energy Services Ltd.

PTW is hiring General Construction Labourersto join our team in Calgary, AB.If you are available, we want to hear from you! GOOD TO KNOW Monday to Friday, opportunity to work overtime 8-10 hour days 3 month contract A DAY IN THE LIFE Perform general construction duties ...

Oriole Transportation

No Touch | Dry Van | Class A Truck Driver Job at Oriole Transportation

 ...Oriole Transportation is hiring experienced Class A CDL drivers for our regional dry van fleet. This position offers consistent miles, weekly home time, and reliable all-miles pay. If youre looking for steady regional work with a driver-focused company, wed like to...