Outpatient Psychologist - Per Diem

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking experienced psychologists to join their outpatient clinic. The ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and experience in psychiatric settings. This position emphasizes trauma-informed care and collaboration with a dedicated provider team. Competitive hourly rates and benefits are offered, while working in a community known for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Benefits for per diem positions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a psychiatric treatment or medical setting.
• Ability to provide general counseling services and specialized services for all ages.
• Interest in conducting assessments and providing psychoeducation to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of client concerns and treatment focus.
• Collaborate with other providers to ensure best outcomes.
• Provide individual and group therapy and follow-up care.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Psychological testing

Individual and group therapy

Collaboration with treatment teams

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Description

Practice Highlights

• Brand new nine-office outpatient clinic, designed to be a healing space that elicits a connection of the mind and heart

• Provider team is a blend of Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Master’s level counselors

• Strong intention to build a team environment focused on trauma-informed care

• The growth of Behavioral Health care across PeaceHealth shows how much this service is valued; we are excited to provide care to people who do not have access

• Epic EMR

Benefits

• Starting hourly rate: $70.77 - $84.25 depending on experience

• Select benefits for per diem

Ideal Candidate

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or related field

• At least 3 years’ experience in a psychiatric treatment setting or medical setting preferred

• Ability to provide general counseling services and/or specialized services for all ages

• Interest in providing initial assessment of client concerns and focus of treatment, reviewing and interpreting psychological testing, providing individual and group therapy and follow-up per patient care needs, collaborating with other providers and/or treatment team to ensure best outcomes, providing psychoeducation to patients and families, and clinical consultations to staff as appropriate

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group.

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