Pain Management Psychologist — Integrated Care Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligible

Education Debt Reduction Program

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Staff Psychologist specializing in Pain Management to deliver integrated behavioral health services within the Pain Clinic. The successful candidate provides individual and group therapy, conducts comprehensive assessments, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to optimize pain care for adults with complex conditions.

The position supports education loan repayment through EDRP; applicants will be notified of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive, evidence-based behavioral interventions for pain.
• Provides a full range of psychological assessment services and diagnoses mental health disorders based on patient presentation and need.
• As part of the pain team, coordinates care with associated health care team members and employs a multimodal treatment approach.
• Participates in program development activities related to AMP, including data collection/management, policy development/adherence, and documentation.

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Staff Psychologist specializing in Pain Management to deliver integrated behavioral health services within the Pain Clinic. The successful candidate provides individual and group therapy, conducts comprehensive assessments, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to optimize pain care for adults with complex conditions.

The position supports education loan repayment through EDRP; applicants will be notified of eligibility.