Integrated Primary Care Psychologist

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a licensed-eligible psychologist to assess, diagnose, and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. You will conduct evaluations, provide individual or group therapy, and develop treatment plans to help patients cope with a range of issues.

The role requires maintaining confidential records, collaborating with healthcare teams, and staying current with research to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university doctoral program in health service psychology, including clinical, counseling, or school psychology.
• Completion of a pre-professional psychology internship program.
• Completion of a post-doctoral training or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Eligible for Psychology licensure in the State of Ohio; licensure must be obtained within 4 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychological evaluations to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
• Provides individual or group therapy sessions to patients to help them cope with emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
• Develops and implements evidence-based psychological interventions for patients.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of patient interactions and treatment plans.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Stays up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in psychology to provide the best possible care.

Education

Doctoral program in health service psychology (clinical/counseling/school)

Pre-professional psychology internship

Post-doctoral training or equivalent experience (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary: Assesses, diagnoses, and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. May participate in rotating on-call coverage.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Conducts psychological evaluations to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
• Provides individual or group therapy sessions to patients to help them cope with emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
• Develops and implements evidence-based psychological interventions for patients.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of patient interactions and treatment plans.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Stays up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field of psychology to provide the best possible care to patients.

Education Requirement

• Graduate of an accredited university doctoral program in health service psychology including clinical, counseling, or school psychology, required.
• Completion of a pre-professional psychology internship program, required.
• Completion of a post-doctoral training or equivalent experience, preferred.

Licensure Requirement

• Eligible for Psychology licensure in the State of Ohio, required.
• Must obtain licensure within 4 months of hire.

Experience

• Experience in health service psychology, or equivalent education, preferred.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing - Far/near Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Why Join Us

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We're 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.