Geropsychologist - Veteran-Focused Care (EDRP Eligible)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Job summary
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Las Vegas seeks a psychologist to perform comprehensive psychological assessments and therapies for Veterans with complex medical needs.
The position emphasizes clinical autonomy, consultation, and education of patients and staff. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/CPA/PCSAS-accredited program, obtain licensure, complete an APA/CPA-accredited internship, and be eligible for VA employment; some travel within the community is
Qualifications
- Citizenship requirement: U.S. citizenship
- English proficiency for clinical practice
- Doctoral degree in psychology from APA/PCSAS/CPA
- Specialization consistent with assignment OR retraining pathway
- Internship trained/APA or CPA accreditation
- Licensure: full, current, unrestricted in the U.S.
- Possible grandfathering provisions for existing VA employees
- Preferred geriatric, veteran-focused experience and home-visit capability
Responsibilities
- Provide a full range of psychological assessment services and diagnoses
- Deliver education to patients, families, and medical staff
- Provide evidence-based psychotherapies (individual, family, group)
- Consult with professional staff and community providers on treatment plans
- Complete psychological assessments and documentation in CPRS
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams to assist care planning
- Travel as required within the medical center and community
Skills
Education
Job description
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Las Vegas seeks a psychologist to perform comprehensive psychological assessments and therapies for Veterans with complex medical needs.
The position emphasizes clinical autonomy, consultation, and education of patients and staff. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/CPA/PCSAS-accredited program, obtain licensure, complete an APA/CPA-accredited internship, and be eligible for VA employment; some travel within the community is
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