Job Description

Clinical Psychologist

** Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Department of Psychiatry**

** Carilion Clinic, Roanoke Virginia**

This position is split as follows: 60% Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation ( Brain Injury patients) 40% Department of Psychiatry and will enhance access for psychological service delivery for traumatic brain injury (TBI), cognitive, and neurological conditions (eg: psychogenic pain disorder, psychogenic seizures, MS, Parkinson's); specialty psychological intervention for these diagnoses.

Provides assessment and therapeutic services to patients. These services include, but are not limited to, extensive psychological evaluations, individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy, treatment planning and discharge. Coordinates and provides individualized age-appropriate care for patients. This position requires an interest and ability to work with patients who are undergoing psychiatric care and rehabilitation for functional deficits.

• Conducts extensive psychological assessments, using methods which include, but are not limited to, personality and intelligence testing, brief screening for brain impairment, and more extensive neuropsychological testing.
• Interprets and reports results of psychological assessments in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assesses patient’s need for services; treats accordingly within the parameters of the mast treatment plan for each patient and documents interventions; and develops/maintains therapeutic relationships with individuals.
• Serves as member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, participating in the coordination of the patient’s treatment with the attending physician, care team members, referral sources, family, and /or others.
• Collaborates with other therapists and team members and supports the process of team building within the department and throughout the organization.
• Enhances professional growth by participating in educational activities to ensure ongoing competence in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Adheres to policies and procedures of the Carilion Clinic.
• Assists the management team in special projects.
• Provides education and training for other professional disciplines, hospital staff, and/or community groups/individuals.

Carilion Total Rewards

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training and much more

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

Education: Ph.D. in Psychology from an APA accredited graduate school required.

Experience: Two years clinical experience which may include the year of internship required. The second year must be post-graduate and include supervision by a licensed Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Licensed by Virginia by the Board of Medicine as a clinical psychologist or by the Board of Psychology as a Psychologist (Clinical), or in West Virginia by the Board of Examiners of Psychologists required. Must have de-escalation training successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained annually going forward when working in the inpatient environment.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Meets credentialing requirements. Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with physicians and other health care providers. Must have a commitment to continuing education.

Additional Information

Carilion Clinic is a progressive, emerging leader in American healthcare dedicated to improving outcomes and enhancing value for every patient, while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research. A physician-led, multi-specialty, not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Roanoke, Virginia, Carilion Clinic operates hospitals, outpatient clinics, and employs 800+ physicians representing more than 80 specialties, along with 350 residents and fellows in 31 accredited ACGME programs. Education and research activities and opportunities abound through our collaborative relationships with the Virginia Tech Carillon School of Medicine (VTCSOM), the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) at VTC, Virginia Tech proper, and Radford University.

The Roanoke Valley is a metro area of 300,000 and has consistently been rated among the “best places to live” in the nation. Roanoke is located at the southern tip of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian Trail, and close to the picturesque 22,000-acre Smith Mountain Lake. The area offers sensational outdoor activities, a wonderful array of cultural activities, and much diversity for a region of our modest size. Access to major air travel hubs is a breeze through the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The weather features mild winters, an abundance of sun, and extended springs and autumns. The region features top-notch schools and Universities and has been coined “the best kept secret in the East.”

** Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity are encouraged to apply.**